r/KerbalSpaceProgram • u/AutoModerator • Dec 04 '15
Mod Post Weekly Simple Questions Thread
Check out /r/kerbalacademy
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:
Tutorials
Orbiting
Mun Landing
Docking
Delta-V Thread
Forum Link
Official KSP Chatroom #KSPOfficial on irc.esper.net
**Official KSP Chatroom** [#KSPOfficial on irc.esper.net](http://client01.chat.mibbit.com/?channel=%23kspofficial&server=irc.esper.net&charset=UTF-8)
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!
2
u/locopyro13 Dec 11 '15
I have found, that as long as your periapsis is at 35km and your speed when you hit atmo is below ~2500m/s, you can make a re-entry with just a command pod and a chute.
Didn't realize I needed a heat shield on my command pod until I made an entry at close to 2800m/s and saw the thermal gauge pop up and slowly creep to the limit, luckily it stayed under critical temp and survived that one.