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| − | + | The '''DeltaGliderIV''' (also known as '''DGIV''') is the successor of the [[DeltaGliderIII]], improving many details of it and adds a more complex damage model and cargo handling to it. It is currently undergoing public beta testing and already one of the most popular add-ons for orbiter, profiting from the fame of its predecessor. | |
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| − | The '''DeltaGliderIV''' (also known as '''DGIV''') | ||
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==Features== | ==Features== | ||
| − | + | It inherits many features from its predecessor ''DeltaGliderIII'', being still similar in handling and use as the '''DeltaGliderIII'''. Other than the [[Delta-glider|Delta-glider Mk.4]], it does not have a [[Virtual cockpit|virtual cockpit]], but this missing feature is more than offset by the detailled and complex 2D panel. | |
| − | It inherits many features from its predecessor ''DeltaGliderIII'', being still similar in handling and use as the '''DeltaGliderIII'''. | ||
* realistic [[crew support]]: | * realistic [[crew support]]: | ||
** a living crew that realistically reacts to the flight conditions; [[Acceleration|G]], temperature, cabin O2 level etc. | ** a living crew that realistically reacts to the flight conditions; [[Acceleration|G]], temperature, cabin O2 level etc. | ||
| − | ** you can actually kill the crew if you vent off the | + | ** you can actually kill the crew if you vent-off the [[atmosphere]] of the craft |
** life support and alerts | ** life support and alerts | ||
** you can actually hear your astronauts breathe as you travel between spaceships. | ** you can actually hear your astronauts breathe as you travel between spaceships. | ||
* improved cockpit: | * improved cockpit: | ||
| − | ** realistic [[ | + | ** realistic [[panel|panels]] with many user friendly and rather intuitive features |
** [[OrbiterSound|OrbiterSound 3.5]] support, offering over 40 integrated sounds. | ** [[OrbiterSound|OrbiterSound 3.5]] support, offering over 40 integrated sounds. | ||
** on-board flight computer with many displays and [[autopilot|autopilots]] and ability to load user-defined ascent programs | ** on-board flight computer with many displays and [[autopilot|autopilots]] and ability to load user-defined ascent programs | ||
** a complete 2D panel in three parts with many systems; life support, APU, engine etc. | ** a complete 2D panel in three parts with many systems; life support, APU, engine etc. | ||
| − | ** an autopilot that will help you during [[ascent]], [[ | + | ** an autopilot that will help you during [[ascent]], [[re-entry]], [[landing]] etc. |
** a Check-list [[MFD]], extended since the ''DeltaGliderIII'' | ** a Check-list [[MFD]], extended since the ''DeltaGliderIII'' | ||
** realistic refueling that requires pilot's attention | ** realistic refueling that requires pilot's attention | ||
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** the flight characteristics can be configured in a configuration program, including engine type and life support system endurance. | ** the flight characteristics can be configured in a configuration program, including engine type and life support system endurance. | ||
* improved visuals: | * improved visuals: | ||
| − | ** The '''DeltaGliderIV''' can get damaged and turned into a | + | ** The '''DeltaGliderIV''' can get damaged and turned into a wreckage. |
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** reworked Delta-glider mesh that reflects the correct number of crew inside | ** reworked Delta-glider mesh that reflects the correct number of crew inside | ||
| − | ** new hi-res 1024x1024 [[Texture|textures]] with many exchangeable textures ([[Skinning support|''Skins'']]) available | + | ** new hi-res 1024x1024 [[Texture|textures]] with many exchangeable textures([[Skinning support|''Skins'']]) available |
** can have many ships with different ''Skins'' in one [[Scenario|scenario]] | ** can have many ships with different ''Skins'' in one [[Scenario|scenario]] | ||
** 3 hi-res skins included with the base package | ** 3 hi-res skins included with the base package | ||
** many external lights | ** many external lights | ||
* Cargo management | * Cargo management | ||
| − | ** The '''DeltagliderIV''' is equipped with a small cargo bay, allowing it to carry various payloads, which can | + | ** The '''DeltagliderIV''' is equipped with a small cargo bay, allowing it to carry various payloads, which can handled by the ''Universal MMU'' astronauts. |
* improved configuration support: | * improved configuration support: | ||
** Full scenario editor support | ** Full scenario editor support | ||
** a config program that will help you set the skin, crew, payload, power, fuel, life reserve, etc. | ** a config program that will help you set the skin, crew, payload, power, fuel, life reserve, etc. | ||
** custom installer, no known install problems | ** custom installer, no known install problems | ||
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