KerbalX

This project was inspired by the Drilling Rig DeepCore in the Motion Picture The Abyss. I first started building an underwater base, got some ideas on what works underwater (Like what sinks what don’t). Then I added drilling capabilities and refueling. The plan was to have Refueling Stations for a Submarine to have the ability to refuel for longer underwater adventures. I was going to set these up so that a Submarine could make trips around the near by Islands. As the project went on Versions changed and plans were changing. The DeepCore7 Rig works well but the Submarines where not cooperating. I plan to complete a small sub that will dock in the Rig’s Docking Bay.
This has been a really fun project for us and I would like to thank @klond for his time and work on this one. He once again has added input and craft that really help my projects come more alive! From K&S Technologies Group thanks for watching and we hope you enjoy our projects as much as we enjoy making and sharing them with you.

Operations
At the runway give full throttle, press Z and allow the Rig to roll off the side of the runway. Reduce speed to 1/3 throttle, when 40 m/s is reached kill engines and allow the Rig to coast giving speed as needed to maintain speed between 30 - 40 m/s. You will need to steer tapping D to keep the craft straight. Also Action Keys 0 and 9 can be used for steering onland or in the water. Enter the water near 30 m/s or less. After the craft is fully in the water give full throttle and use 0 and 9 to steer. Warp x2 is ok on the water and allow the Rig to come to a complete stop before releasing the Pontoons. After dive has begun you can use Full Warp to dive near the Ocean Floor. Damage could occur if you land on the bottom at Full Warp. When Rig has settled on the Floor apply brakes if needed to stop all motion then raise the Landing Gear. At this point press Action Groups 1-10 and the Rig will begin Drilling.

Plans are to release Submarines at a later date which will be able to dock in the Bay Area.

Good Luck have fun and thanks for downloading and enjoying my craft builds.

A stock aircraft called DeepCore7. Built with 1572 of the finest parts, its root part is roverBody.

Built in the SPH in KSP version 1.4.3.

Details

• Type: SPH
• Class: base
• Part Count: 1572
• Pure Stock