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'''Spacecraft.dll''' is an add-on framework for Orbiter, which allows a developer to create [[add-on]] [[vessels]] of many different degrees of complexity by using simple text-based [[configuration files]] which the module reads. It is a required component for many add-ons, and allows developers to quickly create add-on vessels for Orbiter without the need for a custom DLL.
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'''Spacecraft.dll''' is an add-on framework for Orbiter 2010 or earlier, which allows a developer to create [[add-on]] [[vessel]]s of many different degrees of complexity by using simple text-based [[configuration files]] which the module reads. It is a required component for many add-ons, and allows developers to quickly create add-on vessels for Orbiter without the need for a custom [[DLL]].
  
==Spacecraft3==
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==History==
  
The most recent version is Spacecraft3.dll. The module has been renamed for the current version, allowing for changes to the input file format and new features. The latest version supports [[attachments]], advanced [[aerodynamics]], [[virtual cockpit]], [[animations]] and [[Orbitersound 3.5]]. It can be found at the link to Vinka`s site listed at the top of the page.
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===Spacecraft4 (current)===
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The most recent version is Spacecraft4.dll. The module has been renamed for the current version, allowing for changes to the input file format and new features. The latest version supports [[attachments]], advanced [[aerodynamics]], [[virtual cockpit]], [[animations]] and [[Orbitersound 4.0]]. It can be found at the Pappy's Hangar.
  
 
==Updates==
 
==Updates==
  
Although Vinka does not appear to be continuing work on the add-on, a replacement project has been started to replace spacecraft3. Downloads and discussion on its development can be found at this page on the Orbiter Forums.
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Although Vinka does not appear to be continuing work on the add-on, a replacement project has been started to make the spacecraft4 compatible with Orbiter 2016.<ref>[http://www.orbiter-forum.com/showthread.php?t=30362]</ref>
 
 
[http://www.orbiter-forum.com/showthread.php?t=30362]
 
  
 
==See also==
 
==See also==
* [[Multistage.dll]], also by Vinka, does the same for launchers with multiple stages. For the latest (2010) Orbiter version, an update is needed (available here: [http://www.orbithangar.com/searchid.php?ID=4661|Stage.dll for Orbiter 2010 ])
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* [[Multistage.dll]], also by Vinka, does the same for launchers with multiple stages.
 
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* [[Aircraft.dll]], by MaverickTech, does the same for aircraft.
* [[Aircraft.dll]], by MaverickTech, does the same for aircraft
 
  
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==References==
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[[Category:Add-ons]]
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[[Category: Articles]]
[[Category:Vessel add-ons]]
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[[Category:Orbiter 2006 add-ons]]
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[[Category:Orbiter 2010 add-ons]]
 
[[Category:Miscellaneous add-ons]]
 
[[Category:Miscellaneous add-ons]]
  
 
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Latest revision as of 11:45, 23 May 2024

Project home: Pappy's Hangar
Author: Vinka
Current version: Spacecraft4
Compatibility: Orbiter 2010 or earlier


Spacecraft.dll is an add-on framework for Orbiter 2010 or earlier, which allows a developer to create add-on vessels of many different degrees of complexity by using simple text-based configuration files which the module reads. It is a required component for many add-ons, and allows developers to quickly create add-on vessels for Orbiter without the need for a custom DLL.

History[edit]

Spacecraft4 (current)[edit]

The most recent version is Spacecraft4.dll. The module has been renamed for the current version, allowing for changes to the input file format and new features. The latest version supports attachments, advanced aerodynamics, virtual cockpit, animations and Orbitersound 4.0. It can be found at the Pappy's Hangar.

Updates[edit]

Although Vinka does not appear to be continuing work on the add-on, a replacement project has been started to make the spacecraft4 compatible with Orbiter 2016.[1]

See also[edit]

  • Multistage.dll, also by Vinka, does the same for launchers with multiple stages.
  • Aircraft.dll, by MaverickTech, does the same for aircraft.

References[edit]

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