K.R.A.K reports and assignments

[Kaelen]

This thread will be an in-character running report of the missions of the Kerbal Rocketry and Aeronautics Komission(KRAK). See LINK for details and to sign up. Please don't post an application on this thread.

*NEWS FLASH*

Today was an historic day for all Kerbals. The United Kations has approved the creation and indefinite funding of the Kerbin Rocketry and Aeronautics Komission(KRAK). Kaelen Kerman, the newly appointed Komissioner of KRAK had this to say. "As a species we have chosen space. We have chosen to go forth from Kerbin and learn all we can about this great solar system of ours. We will also seek to establish a permanent presence on suitable worlds we find. We will build a brighter future for all Kerbal kind."

*At this point the Komissioner waved to the crowd as he mounted his jetski and rocketed off into the sunset amid a shower of sparkling mist.*

Edited September 6, 2013 by Kaelen

[Kaelen]

Mission 1: The Pan-Kerbin Kommunications Network

Background: With the establishment of KRAK, Komissioner Kaelen Kerman had his work cut out for him. He had been given a crack team of engineers, scientists and researchers that he would have to rely on for the success of this project. His superiors though insisted that he command the first mission himself in order to show the public that this project was worth it. This mission will show all of Kerbin that the blank check they just wrote for this program was money well spent.

Objectives:

1. Allow any Kerbal on Kerbin to instantly communicate with any other Kerbal via satellite

2. Ensure via test that satellites can be repaired by a licensed technician in case of failure.

Parameters: Design and launch a satellite network in which each satellite can always see at least one other and all of Kerbin can see at least one satellite at all times. Each satellite must have an antenna and a docking port. Once the network is complete, design and launch a Kerbaled mission to rendezvous with at least one satellite and return safely to Kerbin.

Restrictions: No large diameter parts. Only Medium and small diameter allowed due to low starting budget.

Mission Commander: Kaelen Kerman

Mission Report Due Date:Midnight on 9/5/2013

Edited August 23, 2013 by Kaelen

[Kaelen]

*HEADLINE*

JEBEDIAH KERMAN: FIRST KERBAL IN SPACE

Today a hero was born. Jebediah Kerman successfully travelled to space and rendezvoused with one of the new Korse communication satellites that was placed into a synchronous orbit just 2 days ago by an unkerballed probe. After running some science, he safely returned to Kerbin. This marks the first step in the exploration of the entire Kerbol System.

Mission Log: Korse/Feynman

Mission Commander: Kaelen Kerman

I am writing this report to record my own thoughts and ideas on this first mission of KRAK. I have been given a large task by the UK and the success or failure of this program will hing on the outcome of this first mission. If it is successful then we will be able to continue towards our goals. If not then the whole thing could come to a screeching halt.

We began this project by carefully designing the Korse class satellite. We named it after the great engineer Samuel Korse; the inventor of Korse code. The design was as light as possible. A single battery and 2 photovoltaic panels power the control computer and radio. To keep them in the correct orbit we also added a small fuel tank and engine. I like the design because of its simple elegance. It does its job and nothing more. Since it is so lightweight we can easily send multiple units up in a single launch.

We decided that 4 satellites in synchronous orbit spaced 90 degrees apart would be sufficient to provide communication. In order to keep launch costs down we mounted all 4 onto one seed rocket. We decided on a radial configuration of satellites after a vertical stack configuration proved too unstable. We were just about to launch the mission when my assistant Patrick came running into my office. He showed me a simulation that showed that after the release of the first and third satellites, the seed vessel would be unstable and spin out of control. To solve this we attached a small docking port to the front of the seed vessel. After the release of the first and third satellites, the second and fourth satellites would also detach, maneuver around and reattach to the front to maintain symmetry.

The launch vehicle was 2 stage and went off without a hitch. Once the ship was in a stable orbit we accelerated out to 2686 km altitude. After circularizing the orbit we deployed Korse A and B and disengaged the nose cone. Unfortunately the explosive bolts were much more powerful than we had planned for and we found the seed vessel flying away from Korse B. We had to accelerate quickly to catch up and reconnect. Derek the technician has been sternly reprimanded for adding too much explosive to the part and then subsequently promoted for his ambition and forward thinking.

Despite a few small technical glitches, it only took 2 days to seed all 4 satellites in synchronous orbits.

Once they were set, the seed vessel was deorbited and crashed. Luckily we avoided hitting anyone. Now the real work would begin.

The design of the Feynman class recovery and repair vehicle was exhaustive and difficult. I insisted on safety first. If the first Kerbal who attempted to go to space was to die then it would again mean the end for the program.

We started with the design of the craft itself. It consisted of a command capsule that was just big enough to fit our pilot with a docking collar attached to the front. We also attached a spotlight to the front to make docking easier.

We then tried to design and test a launch escape tower. If something were to go wrong during launch then we needed a way to eject our pilot from the exploding wreck. This unfortunately proved to be more difficult than we initially thought. We tried a number of different designs before finally being forced to give up. It was decided that we would send the least likable Kerbonaut on this first mission. Just in case.

We were able to launch the vehicle into orbit in almost a single stage. There was one set of boosters needed to get the TWR high enough for liftoff.

The selection process for our Kerbonauts was both rigorous and thorough. We had not 1, but 2 criteria. After sorting through our pool of 11 applicants, we narrowed it down to 8. Their names are:

- Jebediah

- Bill

- Bob

- Hancott

- Alan

- Scott

- Jersted

- Lemzor

Jebediah ate my Pastrami and pickle sandwich last week so he was chosen to go on this mission. Fortunately, he didn’t screw it up and was able to bring back some great pictures.

Overall, heading up this mission was much more stressful than I anticipated. I enjoyed leading this team but I am looking forward to assigning a new mission commander to take over.

Edited October 1, 2013 by Kaelen

[Zapness]

I would like to send in an application.

Name: Zapness

Preferred Planet: Mun

Character Name: Obrim Kerman (there's a kerbal named Obrim.)

Only thing that ill request is to have Obrim Kerman on the team for my use only if possible.

I am great at munar orbits/landings/returns. I am a good at designing ships, and I could make defensive ships for kerbin defense. So yeah.

Edited August 27, 2013 by Zapness
Needed to add something

[Bean]

Zapness, sign ups are here: http://forum.kerbalspaceprogram.com/showthread.php/46987-K-R-A-K-A-multi-player-continuous-universe-SIGN-UPS-OPEN/page4

[Kaelen]

Mission 2: Worth One Thousand Words

Background: The Pan-Kerbin communication network was a great success and Kerbals around the world are already enjoying its benefits. However, Kerbals also tend to have short attention spans and some were beginning to get bored with it by the next day. In order to keep the excitement for the program going, Kerbals need something that will last and continue to provide benefits. For this reason KRAK will begin the first phase of the establishment of a permanent off world base. This will provide a stepping stone for future endeavors as well as great press back home.

Objectives:

1. Send a space craft to the Mun

2. Return a picture or pictures that are majestic and breathtaking enough to inspire all of Kerbin to throw their full support behind KRAK.

3. Select a site for a permanent base

Parameters: Take at least one stunning picture of or from the Mun. This picture must include somethign truly impressive such as a live Kerbal, massive geological feature, view of Kerbin, etc. Landing on the Mun is not required but would greatly increase the chances of getting a good picture. Searching for a sutible site for a permanent base will almost certainly require at least 1 landing and maybe even some long drives to different locations. Once found plant a flag at the site. Any Kerbals who go must return to Kerbin. Equipment can be left on the surface or in orbit if neccesary.

Restrictions: No RoveMax model 3 wheels or Hitchhiker units. This mission is purely for scouting and not for long term living. Any unmanned vessel(anything with a probe core) must have at least 1 antenna.

Mission Commander: Alakrity Fitzhugh Kerman

Mission Report Due Date:Midnight on 9/10/2013

SAVE FILE DOWNLOAD

NOTE: In the future, the save file should be attached to the mission report. I forgot to attach it to mine.

[bellino]

Chet decided to tryout a homemade centrifuge... and this happened

(Gah, images wont work, here: http://s897.photobucket.com/user/bellino02/media/8fb8aeeb-3eb3-44f9-8db1-e82313a8ab1c_zps2ebbb18f.jpg.html?state=copy )

Chet will be out for (however long 2 missions is)

Edited August 27, 2013 by bellino

[Xiphos]

Awesome mission Kaelen! I will be watching and waiting for my turn eagerly! Exciting!

[alacrity]

So here we go an Update for mission 2.

Ushrakerbal and SideWinder Tech has put together the Dumas Munar launch. Enjoy the show.

Alacrity

[Kaelen]

Look awesome man! Can't wait to see how it goes. I like the addition of the permanent orbiter. The future inhabitants of the Mun will appreciate it.

[bellino]

Next Mission?

[alacrity]

*HeadLine*

Jebidiah does it again: Munar orbit achieved and an Image for the ages.

In the news today Jebidiah Kerman, hero of space and the commander of the Korse Communication missions, again walked into history as the first Kerbal to orbit the Mun.

The Dumas 1 heavy lift rocket roared off the launch pad beginning this historic mission. What follows is a compilation of video and still images taken during the flight.

All in all the mission had successes, failures, and krakens.... i will take the win, and could someone drive out to Jebidiah and give him a ride home?

Alacrity

PS

the persistent

http://www./download/rml12ty29cxb2hr/KRAK.zip

Edited September 8, 2013 by alacrity

[Kaelen]

Congratulation to mission commander Alakrity Fitzhugh Kerman on a successful mission and a great picture. Standby tonight for the next mission assignment.

[ThePsuedoMonkey]

Breaking News!

The Kerbin Rocketry and Aeronautics mission to Minmus was a resounding success!

The mission goal was to place a research and resupply station into Minmus orbit, complete with a science lander and a vehicle for resupply/crew rotation from LKO. The mission assets were designed by Kittyhawk United, who provided the following list of specifications on them:

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[td]Minmus Excursion Vehicle[/td]

[td]3,090[/td]

[td]2.18T[/td]

[td]13[/td]

[td]893[/td]

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[td]Minmus Signal Processor[/td]

[td]1,970[/td]

[td]0.185T[/td]

[td]07[/td]

[td]000[/td]

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[td]Arkeinen Station[/td]

[td]22,070[/td]

[td]25.4T[/td]

[td]19[/td]

[td]123[/td]

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[td]KerbiNear Resupply Tug[/td]

[td]22,610[/td]

[td]34.1T[/td]

[td]20[/td]

[td]9555[/td]

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Mission Assets

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Save File:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B6828vVl_-ZoZEo5MEVXYk11ZjQ/edit?usp=sharing

[Kaelen]

You jumped the gun on me Psudeo. No worries. Good mission. In the future I will add any secondary objectives in these mission assignments so be sure to wait for them. (I promise I will be better about posting them in a timely manner.)

Mission 3: Springboard to the Planets

Background: The spectacular vista returned to Kerbin by the 3 Musketeers mission has driven the Kerbal desire for space travel into an unprecedented fervor. With the public's support, the leaders of KRAK looked further out into the solar system for new adventure. (They didn't mention the fact that the rover that took the picture tipped over and rolled down the hill after taking that picture.)

Primary Objectives:

1. Establish a research and refueling outpost at Minmas

2. Design and test a fuel tanker to keep the station/base supplied and rotate crews

Secondary Objectives:

A. Fill the station completely with fuel

Parameters: Design and place a permanent station to study Minmas. This station will also act as a refueling point for future ships on the way to other planets so the station must be able to hold at least 16 tons (half a Jumbo-64 tank) of fuel. If the station is on the surface, it must be equiped with a rover for sending scientists on expeditions. If the station is in orbit then it must have a lander for the scientists to use instead. Also design a fuel tanker and crew shuttle capable of completely refueling the station and rotating all of the crew and returning them safely to Kerbin. You will need to consider carefully the size of the crew as there are only 8 Kerbalnauts avaliable. Remember that this station will be most useful if it can be upgraded in the future as needs change. Think modular.

[Kaelen]

Mission 4: A Sister World?

Background: The establishment of the first extra-Kerbin science outpost has proved that Kerbals can survive for long periods in space. This has opened the door to exploring other planets. The leaders of KRAK now look to a new world. Perhaps a place that they can permanently settle? In other news, no one has seen Jeb since his return from the Mun. Has the hero of Kerbin decided to take some R&R?

Primary Objectives:

1. Send space craft to Eve

2. Land a rover and explore the surface

Secondary Objectives:

A. Determine if Eve is suitable for Kerbal life.

B. Bring Jebediah home.

Parameters: Determine if Eve is suitable for habitation by Kerbals. This will require landing a rover and driving either 50km in one direction or exploring a 20km radius around the landing site. If Kerbals are sent then a return craft will be required to bring them home. The discovery of anything extraordinary would provide a much needed boost to the program as well. To determine if the planet is habitable, we must know what the temperature and air pressure are at the surface. To track how these change over time, you will need to drop at least 3 "weather stations" on the surface. Each should have a pressure gauge, thermometer and antenna. Use these markers to prove that you have traveled the required distances.

Mission Commander: Rodwell Kerman

Mission Due Date: 9/23/2013

[1D-1()T]

To work! I might do some experimenting with an eve return, see if it's within my abilities, before doing the mission. If I can, great, if not, good thing we have probes.

[Stochasty]

Don't fret about stranding Kerbals on Eve. Actually, the more of them you strand the more !!FUN!! will be had.

[alacrity]

Ushrakerbal and Sidewinder technologies are looking forward to station launch missions. Engineers and technicians already wearing out pencils trying to design things

alacrity

[1D-1()T]

Anyone have any suggestions for what site I should use to upload the save? It should be written up and uploaded sometime this weekend.

[Maxilica]

I'm guessing mediafire.

[Stochasty]

I use dropbox.

Also, mission teasers? Please? I'm dying to know how many seats I need to add to my Eve lander.

[1D-1()T]

http://imgur.com/a/rGG3S#0

This is a quick imgur album I made.

It shows the rover, and the deployment of a weather station.

You may notice the large docking port on the bottom, to which I will attach a tug.

That's all for know.

By the way, I don't think I will land any kerbals' on eve, but I might bring one to orbit.

[alacrity]

Look forward to the completed mission report.... i really dig that weather station deployment model

alacrity

[1D-1()T]

Thanks. I have all of my ships ready, so now I just need to do the mission. Sorry it didn't happen on the weekend, but some stuff came up. Hopefully it'll be done today or tomorrow.