Uh-Ryan MPCV --- with Kerbal Launch System (KLS)!

[Woopert]

Uh-Ryan MPCV --- KLS

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The Uh-Ryan MPCV is a kerbal-ized version of the Orion MPCV that NASA is currently developing. Like the real life counter-part, it is designed for deep space exploration. It has been tested to go to the Mun (not land, however!), by using an Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS). This is used on Block I of the real SLS and the second stage of the Delta IV (it is called Delta Cryogenic Second Stage, DCSS, on the Delta rockets).

The MPCV is launched into orbit by two LRBs (even though real life Block I uses 5 segment SRBs, LRBs are a potential design for Block II), which separate at around 7 kilometers up. They feed fuel into the 4x engine KS-25 core stage. The core stage carries the whole rocket into orbit. Once in orbit, the Q or E keys are used to generate centrifugal force to push the panels away (there are 8 panels, each comprised of 2 structural plates). The same stage also activates and jettisons the Launch Escape System (LES). The ICPS carries science insturments and two Mystery-Goo containters! The craft works very well with MechJeb if anyone would like to use it, just set gravity turn at automatic, a turn shape of 40, and an orbit altitude of 100 kilometers.

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Instructions:

1 Launch by using space bar (duh! )

2 Turn over VERY gently at 7 kilometers.

3 Separate boosters when they run out. Continue gravity turn.

4 Continue turning over as long as the TWR is sufficient to keep gaining altitude.

5 Perform orbital insertion with core stage.

6 Use Q or E keys to generate centrifugal force, then push space bar to stage panels and LES away.

7 Select a target and use the ICPS to perform the burn

8 Make sure you have enough delta-v to come back! It can go to the Mun and into Munar orbit and back, and can probably go to Minmus as well. A smaller version for Low Kerbin Orbit (LKO) missions will probably be released as well, with a lighter launcher and no ICPS.

9 Once 100 kilometers above Kerbin on return trajectory, push the 3 key (or right click the docking port) to separate from the Service Module (SM). The Command Module (CM) will remain!

10 Parachutes can be deployed right after decoupling as there is no re-entry heat damage currently in KSP, as of 0.23.5.

11 Splashdown in water or hit land! It all works!

12 ???

13 Profit

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Abort (Backspace) - Abort, activates LES and separtes/decouples the rest of the rocket! Because at NewMun Industries, we care about Kerbals' safety!

3 - Decouple Service Module from Command Module

Edited April 20, 2014 by Woopert

[Majorjim!]

Hi Woopert,

I really like your orion craft! Have you thought about an Altair Mun mission?

Ooh, and any other payloads for the launcher? Looks powerful.

MJ

[Woopert]

Hi Woopert,

I really like your orion craft! Have you thought about an Altair Mun mission?

MJ

That sounds like an awesome idea! Even though the Constellation program was to use two launches (one for the crew, one for the lander), I think I'll try to make something with this rocket. I'll see if I can remove the ICPS and add another stage for trans-munar injection!

[Majorjim!]

That sounds like an awesome idea! Even though the Constellation program was to use two launches (one for the crew, one for the lander), I think I'll try to make something with this rocket. I'll see if I can remove the ICPS and add another stage for trans-munar injection!

That would be awesome, all in one launch like that.