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Centauri orbital launch vehicle | Medium lift rocket
   
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Centauri orbital launch vehicle | Medium lift rocket

Description
Centauri Rocket Overview

This isn’t your average one-button launch rocket—this is a finely tuned, complex system of switches, panels, and procedures. It’s built for those who appreciate the art of space flight, not just the destination.

The Centauri is a state-of-the-art medium-lift launch vehicle designed for precision, efficiency, and just the right amount of swagger.
Built with a two-stage configuration and an advanced service module, it’s more than capable of carrying you into orbit—with fuel to spare for extended
operations or rendezvous maneuvers.

Whether you’re aiming to dock with a space station or just flex your orbital chops, the Centauri’s sleek, retro looking capsule comes fully equipped with
cutting-edge navigation systems. Docking is smooth, responsive, and, dare we say, impressive enough to make your ex jealous.

Despite its compact profile, the Centauri makes no compromises when it comes to capability and usability. Engine push ignition, RCS thrusters,
docking cameras, and reaction wheels ensure that every moment in space is both smooth and enjoyable.


Launch Pad & Support System

The Centauri is supported by a custom-built launch pad that fuels the vehicle while you ascend the tower via an elevator.
Settle into the capsule in comfort as the rocket is held stable by quick-disconnect arms—releasing only at the moment of liftoff for a seamless launch experience.


Key Features
  • Launch support tower with elevator access
  • Crew capacity of 4, including 1 commander and 1 navigator
  • Advanced navigation system
  • 2-stage design with engine push ignition
  • Capsule pressure control system
  • RCS system with rotation stabilization and strafing
  • Reaction wheels for fine attitude control
  • Docking cameras for precise maneuvering
  • Transponder for easy target acquisition
  • Radio system to receive real-time coordinates from your target
  • Touchdown rockets for soft landings on solid terrain
  • Launch escape system for crew safety

Navigation Panel

The heart of the capsule's command system is its navigation panel, designed for intuitive control and maximum situational awareness. It displays:

  • Capsule orientation in Euler angles, azimuth, and elevation
  • Relative linear speed sensors to gauge drift direction
  • Current vs. target coordinates for rendezvous comparison
  • Axis indicators that light up when you're aligned with your target
  • Prograde/retrograde indicators for velocity cancellation
  • A simple activation switch, so it’s only on when you need it

With all this in one sleek interface, docking and orbital maneuvering become not just possible—but effortless.

*For legal reasons: DOCKING/ORBITAL MANEUVERING IS NOT EFFORTLESS, IT IN FACT TAKES A LOT OF EFFORT!!!!!*


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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ai_aNStePVTwhajTatEZGSldXFkTXBae/view?usp=sharing

Credits

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3059332069&searchtext=space+navigation Flight trajectory display

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3300718637&searchtext=astronomy+coordinate+converter Astronomy sensor converter

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17 Comments
Kellogs_cereal2  [author] Apr 15 @ 12:10pm 
Yeah, the attitude system seems to be innacurate in space. Using the rcs trails or the scrubbers smoke trail are the most effective method for now. I'll try finding a fix for the issue.
gayonedb Apr 14 @ 11:10pm 
whats the space station in that one photo
Linkbro Apr 14 @ 2:20pm 
fair enough, i'm probably just getting too fast. though, i also cannot really find the retrograde vector, outside of using the scrubbers smoke trail.
the "retrograde azimuth/elevation" seems completely different from the actual direction i have to point, no matter whether i switch to the vertical astronomy sensor or not, i presume this is user error on my part?
ARAE  [author] Apr 14 @ 11:59am 
Ah yeah i also ran into that problem a few times while testing it but theres unfortunately not much i can do about it.
Linkbro Apr 14 @ 10:37am 
having an annoying issue, when i burn retrograde, i take damage, because i guess i'm technically in the space the flame was in last frame? has anyone else experienced this?
Plugga76 Apr 11 @ 1:41am 
i love human mistakes their hilarious
ARAE  [author] Apr 11 @ 1:14am 
Yeah sorry that was my bad lol.
Plugga76 Apr 11 @ 12:14am 
oh my god i trusted the manual too much
ARAE  [author] Apr 10 @ 6:19pm 
Sorry the manual is wrong the orbit is around 240km if i remember correctly, ill be updating it soon
ricelord Apr 10 @ 6:05pm 
how tf does this not have more subs