The LV-N "Nerv" Atomic Rocket Motor is a low-thrust, high-efficiency rocket engine.

Nov 9, 2021 · Yes, they are worth it as ISP point to its efficiency (the higher the better). As already mentioned they use only liquid fuel so you can take 60% more fuel in your tanks. The same …

Jan 22, 2016 · This part pack is designed to provide some new nuclear thermal rockets for your spaceship-building pleasure. There are eight new engines, one in the 3.75m size class, four in …

May 27, 2013 · In general, you should always divide the burn in half regardless of the engine. (Well, there are interesting considerations regarding how your mass changes while you burn, …

Mar 14, 2023 · Nuclear engines should produce both heat and radiation, with NERV producing a more manageable amount compared to SWERV engines. Heat would lead to a simple dry …

Jul 21, 2014 · Tavert's engine charts are a good place to start when deciding which engine to use. Find the chart that matches your desired TWR and find your desired dV and payload mass, it …

Feb 22, 2024 · Whenever I build a ship with nuclear engines it seems pretty weedy compared to just building one with methalox tanks and chemical engines. What do you have to do to make …

The mission masses 200t, and 8 "Nerv" engines provide 480 kN of thrust. 480 kN / 200t = 2.4 m/s/s acceleration. 1,497 / 2.4 = 623 seconds, or 10 minutes 23 seconds. It'll actually be a little …

Jun 19, 2020 · To put it plainly, Nuclear engines are cross country runners and rocket engines are sprinters. Hypothetically speaking, say you have to get your velocity up to 2500 m/s. The …

Today we have a detailed look at the Nuclear option in KSP. That means the LV-N Nerv Atomic Rocket Motor, this engine is the most efficient rocket engine in the game. How ever the...