RockFord Engineering - Generator MKX
Rockford Engineering - Mechanical Division proudly presents the:
Diesel Generator MKX
[i] The most space-efficient generator, and the most powerful in its size-class[/i]
The task was simple: how small can a useful generator be? After looking at the market, we saw a common trend of large and clunky generators. These were no use to our partners in the Interplanetary- and Space Exploration sector. We were hired to solve the problem, and we designed the MKX with an cosmic environment in mind. Designed for the Lunar Exploration Vehicle by Artemis Dynamics, and later tuned for applications in all environments, the expectations for the generator were exceeded greatly.
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Features
All-In-One
The MKX is shipped with all components needed, it has built in diesel tanks and oxygen tanks. It has accessible ports if the user wants to connect external sources of fuel and oxygen. The included fuel is able to supply the generator for about 30 minutes, the oxygen can supply the generator for more than 150 minutes. This makes the MKX able to charge a large battery from 0% to above 50% with its stock configuration, a capability unmatched.
Slim Construction
The MKX is one of, if not the, smallest generator on the market, this is thanks to its low profile construction. Being as thin as possible, only 0.5 meters(2 Blocks) at the most, combined with the sides being 1.75 meters(7 Blocks) each. The performance per volume of used space is simply unparalleled. Because of its small formfactor, the complete generator weighs just above 100kg.
Designed for space, but made for all
Although the MKX was initially designed for Space, mainly the lunar environment, it did not stop us from making sure it works back here on earth. It has been engineered to function in all environments, this is by simply having its own supply of oxygen and fuel, built into the package. The closed design allows it to simply be reliable and available when needed. Extra oxygen and fuel can be added externally if the user needs it.
Split Electrical System
The electrical system of the MKX is constructed to be as easy to implement into any project the user is working on. The generator is the only electrical connector needing to be attached to the rest of the electrical system. The toggle input signal is the only signal input needed to start the generator.
Cooling System
The generator is equipped with a belt-driven waterpump, able to deliver more than 150 Liters of coolant per second, to the Radiator which has an electric fan mounted on it for extra cooling capabilities. This greatly increases the capability of the MKX to operate in different temperatures and climates. It works in all climates up to an ambient temperature of 35°C/95°F.
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Specifications
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[*] 30 Minutes of fuel-based runtime - stock capacity 240+ liters [Tested]
[*] 150+ Minutes of oxygen-based runtime - stock capacity 1400+ liters [Tested]
[*] 75 SKW(Stormworks KiloWatt) Generator
[*] Capable of charging more than 50% of a large battery in its default setup
[*] Slim formfactor, 7x7x2 blocks
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Setup Instructions
Main Steps
Step 1: Load in the Generator via the "Select" tool.
Step 2: Select the microcontroller separated to the side of the generator, with your select tool, and then cut it and paste it. This will make it a different "Body", keep there for later.
Step 3: Select the entire generator (not including the microcontroller), and cut it.
Step 4: paste the generator at your selected location. Orientation does not matter, unless you wish to connect external sources for oxygen or diesel, then check the "Optional Info" section.
Step 5. Select the Microcontroller and paste it wherever you want, make sure it can still connect via the nodes. Do not place on a separate body, this might interfere with the connections.
Step 6: Make sure to merge both the generator and the microcontroller to the correct body.
Step 7: Connect the electrical output of the generator to your electric system or node of choice, and connect your choosen button or switch signal to the input on the included microcontroller.
Optional Info
The generator uses diesel and pure oxygen to work. Connecting the generator to a system with another fluid than diesel, or another gas than oxygen, may cause problems with the generator.
If you wish to connect additional sources for diesel and oxygen, the ports should be placed in the preferred orientation for your case. The blue ports seen on the small fluid tanks can be used as inputs for extra fuel. The orange input on the top of the generator can be used as an input for extra oxygen.
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Additional Info
For anyone who is confused or wondering how this is connected to Artemis Dynamics by Mr.Binks, that is reasonable. I am the creator of the generator used in the Lunar Exploration Vehicle. I am credited in his creation. I have just not come around to publishing the generator separately, until now. RockFord Engineering is still partnering with Artemis Dynamics to assist similarly in future projects.
Changes to the description may be made in the near future, any changes will aim to increase accuracy of statements made.
Any republishing of the generator is not allowed. If you use the generator in one of your projects, please credit me if you choose to publish it. Thank you.
Any feedback is always welcome in the comments, this is my first serious published creation.
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Credits
Thanks to Mr.Binks for giving me the challenge and the motivation to construct this generator for the Artemis Dynamics Lunar Exploration Vehicle. And also for allowing me to use one of your pictures to use for my final publish of the Diesel Generator MKX.
Link to the Artemis Dynamics LEV.7 by Mr.Binks:
[url=https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3361686717]https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3361686717[/url]
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