What is the mission of the Kerbal Space Program?

Build spacecraft, fly them, and try to help the Kerbals fulfill their ultimate mission of conquering space. Kerbal Space Program 1.12: “On Final Approach” is now available!

Is it easy to dock a Kerbal Space Program?

Tutorial: Docking Is Easy (if you follow this tutorial) Docking is easy if you understand the navball. Waiting for a close intersection is not necessary. This tutorial is simple and detailed instructions to dock without frustration. By Gregory Berry

Where can I find cheat sheet for Kerbal Space Program?

A less detailed “cheat sheet” type reference is available as Basic Maneuvers. For a history-based series of missions that build up your knowledge, check out Campaigns. A list of the game’s default key bindings is also available. What’s with all the math? A non-rigorous explanation of the math in KSP

What are the currencies in Kerbal Space Program?

There are three currencies in Kerbal Space Program: Science, Credits or Funds, and Reputation. Although credits are the in-game analogs of money, Science and Reputation are referred to as currency as well. In Sandbox mode, no currencies are available, as there is no need for them.

When did Kerbal Space Program version 0.90 come out?

Version 0.90, nicknamed Beta Than Ever, was released on 15 December 2014. This was the only beta update for Kerbal Space Program. Featuring extensively rewritten code for the editor, it introduced the ability to sort parts by several characteristics and to assign parts to custom categories.

Why is the Kerbin space plane called a spaceplane?

Such planes are called “ spaceplanes ” as in the name of the Spaceplane Hangar. Atmospheric drag still prevents achieving orbit unless and until the plane is able to fully clear the atmosphere. On Kerbin this is around 70 km.

Why was attitude control important in the Kerbal Space Program?

Care must be taken during construction that the lower mass of the tanks doesn’t move the center of mass too far from the center of lift. Also, keeping the center of thrust at least roughly co-planar with the center of mass is vital. Otherwise, attitude control (pitch, yaw, or roll) and SAS have to compensate to maintain level flight.

Where do you place the lift on a KSP plane?

In vanilla KSP, wings have a predefined lift factor. Also, lift is usually placed in the middle-to-back of the wing, depending on the shape. Take the large delta wings and place them on the aircraft.