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SCANsat
About This Mod
See the SCANsat Wiki for a description of the basic scanning and scanning strategies for resources.
What does SCANsat do?
SCANsat scans terrain, biomes, and resource information to create different types of maps.
How does SCANsat affect gameplay?
Interactive maps with the ability to zoom allow you to see the details of the orbital surface. This helps in mission planning (e.g. landing near a gap between two or three biomes) and provides important information needed for safe landing (e.g. slope maps help avoid dangerous hills).
Does this version interfere with scanning of previous versions of SCANsat?
No. This version is fully compatible with previous versions of SCANsat! This version is completely backwards compatible, and the current scan state (stored in the persistent.sfs file) is safe and normal. However, you should make a backup of your game before updating the mod.
Do I need to install parts on my ship to use SCANsat?
No. You can only use SCANsat on your own ship. You can view existing maps from any ship, but to add new data to the map you will need to install a scanner.
What does "field of vision" mean?
When the sensor is above its "best" altitude (but below its maximum altitude), the field of view is half the width that would have been displayed by the instrument had it been in orbit around Kerbin. In other words, a 5° field of view represents one 36th (10°) width of a planetary surface. For smaller objects, the field of vision expands to cover most of the surface.
What is the "best" height?
Above the optimum height, the sensor works with the specified field of view. Below this height, the sensor receives a linear penalty. The sensor with 10° FOV at maximum altitude of 500 km will have only 5° FOV at 250 km.
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