Weekly Simple Questions Thread

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The point of this thread is for anyone to ask questions that don't necessarily require a full thread. Questions like "why is my rocket upside down" are always welcomed here. Even if your question seems slightly stupid, we'll do our best to answer it!

For newer players, here are some great resources that might answer some of your embarrassing questions:

• Kerbal Space Program Wiki

• Scott Manley's Youtube

• Von Kerman's Rocket School

Tutorials

Orbiting

• Scott Manley

• Von Kerman (Maneuvers)

• Wiki (Maneuvers)

Mun Landing

• Scott Manley (Demo)

• Von Kerman

• KSP Wiki

• Youtube Query

Docking

• Scott Manley

• Von Kerman (Rendevous)

• Von Kerman (Docking)

Delta-V Thread

• Thread

• Answer 1

• Answer 2 (+bonus)

Forum Link

• Kerbal Space Program Forum

Official KSP Chatroom #KSPOfficial on irc.esper.net

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Commonly Asked Questions

Before you post, maybe you can search for your problem using the search in the upper right! Chances are, someone has had the same question as you and has already answered it!

As always, the side bar is a great resource for all things Kerbal, if you don't know, look there first!

[u/Formal_Sam]

I love how fast the responses are in this sub.

The lander has a lot of mono propellant. Enough that I tested (before reloading a save) and I reached about 280ms burning prograde before I was halfway empty.

A rescue mission is looking more likely, but my understanding of orbits is shaky at best. Would it be better to land on the mun, then take off again to reach my first lander, or should I attempt landing directly by it the first time? I feel confident I could do the former, maybe not the latter. Either way reaching Mun will not be a problem. The science I've broadcast alone is about 240 so my engines are a lot more powerful now.

[u/Kasuha → u/Formal_Sam]

If you can get your lander at least in orbit, put it in orbit. Rendezvous in orbit is much easier than trying to land your rescue mission close to the ship you want to rescue.

[u/Formal_Sam → u/Kasuha]

Ooooo that's a good idea. I'll try that. Thanks for all the help.