GalaNet

⭐ — (3 endorsements) 📥 256 downloads 📌 v1.0.0 📅 10/3/2024
🟠 Updated over a year ago

By aao-fyi · Vehicles

⬇ Download Mod Source: Nexus Mods 📅 Updated: 10/3/2024 📅 Created: 10/3/2024
⚠️ Potentially Incompatible — Recent Game Update

This mod may not work until the author updates it. Check for an update, or see the rollback guide.

🔍 Analysis

  • 🏆 #5 of 8 Vehicles mods in this game by downloads

📋 About This Mod

GalaNet is a fleet of satellites for communication across the solar system.

All GalaNet satellites have an onboard "Dawn" engine for orbit adjustments.

Use action key `5` to toggle all panels, antennas, and sensors.

GalaNet-0

Small communications satellite featuring two HG-5 antennas.

  • [] Parts: 32

    [] Stages: 3

    [] Cost: 23,201. 82

    [] Electric Charge: 1010

    [] Xenon Gas: 720

    GalaNet-2

    Small communications satellite featuring an RA-2 antenna.

    • [] Parts: 31

      [] Stages: 3

      [] Cost: 35,053. 03

      [] Electric Charge: 1010

      [] Xenon Gas: 720

      GalaNet-15

      Medium communications satellite featuring an RA-15 antenna.

      • [] Parts: 44

        [] Stages: 3

        [] Cost: 64,683. 59

        [] Electric Charge: 4005

        [] Xenon Gas: 720

        GalaNet-100

        Large communications satellite featuring an RA-100 antenna.

        • [] Parts: 33

          [] Stages: 3

          [] Cost: 83,616. 96

          [] Electric Charge: 16014

          [] Xenon Gas: 7320

          GalaScan-700

          Survey satellite featuring an M700 scanner.

          • [] Parts: 44

            [] Stages: 3

            [] Cost: 63,801. 37

            [] Electric Charge: 4005

            [] Xenon Gas: 720

            Installation

            • [] Navigate to the Kerbal Space Program VAB crafts directory. Commonly located at C:/Program Files (x86)/Steam/SteamApps/common/Kerbal Space Program/saves/default/Ships/VAB/. Replace default with your save's name.

              [] Copy the craft files into the VAB directory.

              [] Launch the game and load the crafts in the VAB. Enjoy!

🤖 AI-enhanced — based on mod data

GalaNet is a Kerbal Space Program mod that adds a fleet of five communication and survey satellites for solar system communication. It includes GalaNet-0, GalaNet-2, GalaNet-15, GalaNet-100, and GalaScan-700, each with specific parts, cost, and capabilities. The mod is installed by copying craft files into the VAB directory.

✨ Key Features

Adds a fleet of five satellites for communication and surveying across the solar system.
All satellites feature an onboard 'Dawn' engine for orbit adjustments.
Action key '5' toggles all panels, antennas, and sensors on every satellite.
Includes small, medium, and large communication satellites with varying antennas (HG-5, RA-2, RA-15, RA-100).
Includes a survey satellite (GalaScan-700) with an M700 scanner.
Provides detailed stats for each satellite, including parts, stages, cost, electric charge, and xenon gas.

📊 Pros & Cons

✅ Pros

  • Provides a complete satellite fleet for communication and scanning needs.
  • Includes detailed specifications for each satellite, aiding in mission planning.
  • Simple installation by copying craft files into the VAB directory.

⚠️ Cons

  • Requires manual installation into the game's save directory, which may be complex for some users.
  • Limited to craft files; no additional plugins or features beyond the satellites themselves.
🎯 Is This For You?
This mod is for Kerbal Space Program players who want ready-made communication satellite designs to expand their relay network. It is also useful for players who need a survey satellite for resource scanning. Players who prefer to build their own satellites from scratch may not find this necessary.
📦 Install:Medium· 5-10 minutes

💡 Beginner Tips

  • Ensure you place the craft files in the correct VAB directory for your specific save to avoid loading issues.
  • Use action key '5' to toggle all panels and antennas, which is essential for power and communication.
  • Consider the cost and electric charge of each satellite when planning your budget and power management.

📊 Mod Details

Game
KSP Mods
Author
aao-fyi
Version
1.0.0
Downloads
256
Endorsements
3
Category
Vehicles
Created
10/3/2024
Updated
10/3/2024

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