Mark One Laboratory Extensions (M.O.L.E.)

Dolores Kerman flipped the ignition switch and MOLE-1 lumbered off the pad, its solid boosters struggling against the force of gravity. In time, the boosters gave way to the Titan core stage, powered by twin Fulcrum engines. A few minutes and stages later, the Mark One Laboratory Extension achieved orbit. With orbital rendezvous and docking still in R&D, MOLE-1 was part spacecraft and part space station. Once their orbital tasks were complete, Dolores and Isaxy- the scientist sitting in the Mk-1 pod's "Backseat" extension- would deorbit the combined spacecraft and ditch the station elements before re-entry.

Isaxy wasted no time after achieving orbit, and immediately deployed the SPF-8 solar panels and entered the Mark One Laboratory Extension through a hatch in the heat shield. She would be spending the next 30 days studying various experiments like space adaption and protein crystal growth. Dolores, on the other hand, would be working with MOLE-1's other module. She had a script to follow to "sort out technical issues" with the space telescope while in reality, she'd be pointing the KH-10 towards the ground and taking pictures of things that were interesting to the Kerman Air Force...

Are your Mk1 command pods gathering dust? Wish you had a space station earlier in your career? Want to fly more than one kerbal at a time? Then the Mark One Laboratory Extensions (MOLE) are for you! Give your Mk1 command pod a new lease on life by adding a back seat module to fly an additional kerbal. Then add a docking tunnel system with integrated RCS and parachute for making rendezvous and docking easier. When you're ready for the next step, try out the Mk1-88 "Brumby" 2-seat command pod. Create a simple disposable space station by adding a Mark One Laboratory Extension, power module, and SPF-8 solar panels, and launch it on the 1.875m line of Titan fuel tanks powered by the LV-T270 "Fulcrum" engine. For a longer endurance station, bring up a station hub and dock a variety of parts to it including a habitat, greenhouse, workshop, airlock, and even a space dock to build new vessels(*). You can conduct a variety of experiments that require long research times and trips to Kerbin to reap the science, and your stations can even include the KH-10 Telescope for, uh, astronomy! Yeah, that's it!

(*) Requires Extraplanetary Launchpads.

MOLE is a stand-alone parts pack with optional support for Pathfinder, Real Chute, KIS/KAS, kOS, CactEye Telescopes, Raster Prop Monitor, RPM ASET Props, Kerbal Snacks, TAC Life Support, Kerbalism, USI-LS, and more. 

Real World Inspiration

Back in the 1960s, the USAF had a military space program, and one of its projects was the Manned Orbiting Laboratory (MOL). MOL was designed as a spy satellite (KH-10 Dorian) disguised as a military research station. One of the cool things about it is that the Gemini spacecraft was already attached to the station when it launched. The Air Force flew a mockup into orbit once, but then the program was cancelled. 

References

http://www.thespacereview.com/article/2539/1
http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=1647
http://www.thelivingmoon.com/45jack_files/03files/MOL_Manned_Orbiting_Laboratory.html
http://www.aerospaceprojectsreview.com/blog/?p=66
http://www.astronautix.com/lvs/barianmm.htm
http://www.space.com/31470-manned-orbiting-laboratory-military-space-station.html
http://www.nro.gov/foia/declass/MOL.html

---Installation---
Copy the contents of the zip file to your GameData directory. Be sure to overwrite existing files and replace them.

---REVISION HISTORY---

1.30.4
- Fixed resource management in the WBIWetWorkshop part module.
- Corrected propellant values for wet workshop tanks.

1.30.3
- Fixed missing Experiment Lab UI not showing
- Removed sample craft files

1.30.2
- Bug fixes
- Wet Workshop is back!

1.30.0
This has been a long time coming, but the 10+ year-old template system, which was a holdover from the earliest days of Multipurpose Colony Modules, is being retired in favor of the more flexible Omni Converter and Omni Storage system.

BE SURE TO DELETE YOUR WildBlueIndustries/000WildBlueTools folder if you have one!

- All convertible storage and template modules have been replaced with OmniStorage and OmniConverters.
NOTE: This may affect vessels in flight, but you can easily reconfigure your modules by turning off resource and skill requirements in Game Settings -> WBIResources.
- Play Mode is no longer a factor; if you have Community Resource Pack installed, you get CRP converters. If you have Classic Stock Resources installed, you get Classic Stock converters. If you have both installed, you get both.

1.27.0
- Removed BARIS dependency dll.

1.26.1
- Recompiled for KSP 1.12.2.

1.26.0
- KSP 1.11.1 support.
- Mk2 Docking Port now has a "Buffalo" part variant that's designed to fit the Buffalo Crew Module.
- 1.875m Titan parts are hidden when Making History DLC is installed.
- Deprecated the mini grabbing unit since one exists in stock now.

1.25.0
- Reverted back to MOLE 1.22 and manually reapplied JadeOfMaar's updates.
- Replaced Sledgehammer's MultiModeEngine and multiple engines with new WBIModuleEnginesSRB. This new module lets you define THRUST_PROFILE nodes within the part module. Simply select the desired thrust profile in the editor.
- Adding Sledgehammer SRB segments will now slightly boost thrust.
- Defined THRUST_PROFILE nodes for BetterSRB support based on JadeOfMaar's update.
- Bug fixes from Wild Blue Tools

1.24.2
- Fixed missing parts

1.24
- Fixed missing textures

1.22.0
- Shiny Solar Panels Update
- Bug fixes
- New modular LDEF experiment.

1.21.1
- Fixed engine plume effects on the Colt.
- Fixed texture issues with the Appaloosa Orbital Module.

1.21.0
- Compatibility update
- Added new MOLE White theme to several parts: MOLE, MOH, MOBL, Kargo Bay, Battery Module, Power Module, Coach, Titan Instrument Unit, and Solar Power Module.
- Remodled the Appaloosa; it has texture options to match the Mk-1 Command Pod. Both Stock and Restock are supported. The previous version of the Appaloosa has been deprecated.
- Mk 1 Flight Control Package has texture options to match the Mk-1 Command Pod. Both Stock and Restock are supported. The previous version has been deprecated.
- Mk 1 Docking Port and Mk 1 Radial Docking Port have texture options to match the Mk-1 Command Pod. Both Stock and Restock are supported. The previous version has been deprecated.
- Remodeled the Mk 2 Docking Port to match standards with the Mk 1 ports. It has two part variants. The previous version has been deprecated.

New Parts
- SPF-1 Solar Array: Radially mounted, slightly better that the stock 3x2 array.
- SPF-2 Solar Array: Radially mounted, about twice and powerful as the SPF-1.
- SPF-3 Solar Array: Stack mounted, equal power generation to the Solar Battery Module. It lacks the batteries but you can attach it to Size 0 parts.
- Bolt Abort Motor: This is the abort-only version of the O-2 "Oxygen" motor. It's available earlier in the tech tree.
- Appaloosa Block 2: A 3-seat variant of the Appaloosa.
- Appaloosa Orbital Module: A 2-seat module with a single Omni Converter.
- Appaloosa Shielded Tank: A specially designed tank that also has a heat shield.
- WB-20R "Colt" Liquid Fuel Engine: This is a radially mounted engine that also sports RCS thrusters.

1.20.0
- Updated to KSP 1.8

1.19.1
- WBT update.

1.19.0
- Added support for Air and Stress from Snacks.

1.18.4
- Updated Snacks support.

1.18.3
- Removed part restrictions on several experiments.

1.18
- Updated for KSP 1.7

JadeOfMaar's Awesome Updates
- Sledgehammer engine becomes switchable between 6 modes, each per unique SolidFuel grain geometry, granting different thrust curves, 2 of which are ideal for vacuum. Warning: switching mode on a Sledgehammer engine in-flight will start the engine.
- Remade all template decals and added new ones.
- Plume update for liquid engines (Kerolox and Raptalox modes)


1.17.2
- Fixed overchange of Equipment costs for OmniConverter templates.
- Fixed incorrect display of Equipment costs in the Operations Manager.
- Fixed duplicate OmniConverter and OmniStorage loadouts that happen when you revert a flight back to the editor and create a new part.
- Fixed Botany Module's Classic Stock resource requirements - Thanks JadeOfMaar!
- Updated plume effects - Thanks JadeOfMaar!

1.17.1
- Fixed propellant issues with the Fulcrum, Corvette, and Hemi Cuda.
- Corvette and Hemi Cuda's Raptalox mode moved to Classic Stock only.
- Removed Proplox propellant option for Corvette and Hemi Cuda.
- Fixed issues with interstage adapter nodes.
- Fixed issues with WBIMultiModeEngine not reporting delta-v stats properly to Kerbal Engineer. NOTE: Stock delta-v won't recognize the engine switch. Nothing I can do for now...

1.17
- Recompiled for KSP 1.6
- Bug fixes.
- Lowered rewards for contracts.

1.16.2.1
- Removed duplicate Play Mode patches.

1.16.2
- Updated for KSP 1.5
- Fixed issue with experiment manifests not remembering what experiments you loaded in after you revert your flights.

1.16.1
Last release for KSP 1.4.5!

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- Fixed issue where switching Play Modes would cause some files to not be renamed and cause all kinds of fun for players...
NOTE: For the changes to take effect, you'll need to switch your Play Mode to some mode other than the current one, then switch it to the desired mode.

1.16

Omni Converters & Storage
- Added search functions to OmniStorage and OmniConverter GUI.
- Play Mode now lists which mods support a particular mode.

Classic Stock
- Added new Classic Stock omni converters: Propellium Distiller, Oxium Distiller, Snack Grinder (requres Snacks), Soil Dehydrator (requires Snacks).
- MOLE, MOH, and BOW all default to Omni templates.
- Fixes Play Mode failing to rename certain files. NOTE: You might need to reset your current play mode. Simply open the WBT app from the Space Center, choose another mode, press OK, and again open the app, selecting your original play mode. Then be sure to restart KSP.

1.15.10
- WBT Update

1.15.9
- WBT Update

1.15.8
- WBT update.
- Fixed click-through issues with windows displayed in the editor.

1.15.7
- Bug fixes for science experiments

1.15.6
- WildBlueTools update.

1.15.5
- Recompiled for KSP 1.4.4

1.15.4
- WBT Update
- Classic Stock templates update - thanks JadeOfMaar! :)

1.15.3
- WBT and BARIS bridge update.

1.15.1
- Recompiled for KSP 1.4.3.
- Improved resource summary in the geology lab.
- Fixed a situation where resource distribution that wouldn't distribute resources.
- Adjusted Classic Stock resource densities to reflect the 5-liter standard used by most stock resources.
- Adjusted Classic Stock storage capacities to reflect the 5-liter standard used by most stock resources. These changes will affect new parts and when you reconfigure an existing part.
- Classic Stock is now the default Play Mode for new installs of WBI mods. Existing games are unchanged.

1.15 MOLE: Feature Complete!
The last major parts update to MOLE introduces some new items to round out the 1.875m station parts inculding a cupola and a programmable station arm.

New Parts
- Mk1 Cupola (Space Exploration): This 1.875m cupola provides excellent views and can double as an airlock.
- Mk1 Station Arm (Advanced Construction): This arm can be use to maneuver payloads around in orbit.

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- Re-textured the Titan tanks to bring them up to DSEV standards.

1.12

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- Recompiled for KSP 1.4.1
- Optimized several meshes to help improve rendering rates.
- Lightened the Brumby capsule's dry mass to make it comparable to the DLC mk2.
- The Brumby can now carry two science experiments.
- The Bigby Crew Module can now carry four science experiments.
- Removed helmet requirements in the Appaloosa, Brumby, and Bigby Crew Module to remain consistent with stock command pods.
- Fixed MOBL crew spaces.
- Fixed several part descriptions.

Experiments
- Added new Breakthrough Research experiment. It has a small chance of creating an experimental version of a part that's located in an unresearched tech node. The experimental part is fully functional, just like those that you get with part test contracts. You have a chance to create an experimental part even after the Breakthrough Research experiment stops producing Science.

1.10.2
- OSE Workshop now functions properly for the Mark One Habitat when you install both OSE Workshop and Pathfinder.

1.10.1
- WBT update
- Module Manager update

1.10.0

IA-25: Leveled the central attachment node with the rest of the engines.

MOLE: Reworked the IVA to be horizontal like the the MOH and MOBL.

New Contract
- Touring: This contract requires you to send 1 or more tourists to a specific vessel and return them home safely after a few days stay.

ARP Icons
- Added new Alternate Resource Panel icons courtesy of JadeOfMaar. These look great! :)

1.9.3
- TAC-LS balancing- thanks Space Kadet! :)
- Fixed missing resource icons
- WBT Update

1.9.2
- All docking ports now have configurable lights. They'll automatically switch on when you set them as your docking target.

1.9.1
- WBT update

1.9.0
New Parts
- Bigby Decoupler (Specialized Construction): This expensive Size 3 decoupler was built to help launch the Bigby Orbital Workshop.
- Bigby Fairing (Specialized Construction): This fairing was specially built to help launch the Bigby Orbital Workshop.

New Experiment
- Gravioli Wave Experiment: You'll need a DenEye telescope and Bigby Solar Observatory along with a MOLE lab to look for gravioli waves in the cosmos.

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- Moved the IA-375 Interstage Adapter to Specialized Construction.
- The Coach 500 now stored up to 8 science experiments.
- WBT Update

1.8.11
- All configurable parts now require an Engineer to reconfigure instead of a mix of Engineer and Scientist.
- With Pathfinder installed, the DenEye can also perform geo surveys just like the T.E.R.R.A.I.N. in addition to generating ScopeTime and its built-in ground surveillance experiment. It will consume ResearchKits in the process.
- Play mode support added.
- Added support for Classic Stock play mode and Pristine mode.
- CRP is now a separate download.
- Updated to KSP 1.3.1.

1.8.9
- Changed OMS Kit's default template to Monopropellant storage.
- Revised the OMS Kit's description to help players understand its use.
- Changed Coach's default template to ResearchKits.
- Science storage templates now unlocked at Space Exploration (when you get the M.O.L.E. station part).
- Experiments list what parts they require.
- The Brumby can now be upgraded for unkermanned flight.
- BARIS update.

Reminder: The O-2 "Oxygen" motor and the OMS Kit can both serve as Launch Escape Systems.

1.8.8
- BARIS Update

1.8.6
- BARIS Update

1.8.5
- Although BARIS is bundled with MOLE, you now have the option to remove BARIS if desired. Simply delete the 000BARIS folder if you don't want its functionality. DO NOT DELETE the 000ABARISBridgeDoNotDelete FOLDER! That plugin is the bridge between MOLE and BARIS.
- Recalibrated templates for Cryo Engines.
- Removed deprecated Titan II part.

1.8 BARIS: Building A Rocket Isn't Simple

When I began working on M.O.L.E. in late 2014, I had the idea that your early space stations would wear out and require maintenance and/or replacement. I've finally realized that vision with BARIS. You can think of BARIS (the name is a nod to Buzz Aldrin's Race Into Space) as a highly customizable Dangit-lite combined with vessel construction and event cards. Don't want your drills or converters to break? Don't want the hassle of parts wearing out? Do you prefer not to send Equipment up to repair your parts, or to requrire specific skills to repair them? No problem! All that and more are options. As always, It's Your Game, Your Choice.

BARIS IS OFF BY DEFAULT! You'll have to opt-in via the Settings->Difficulty->BARIS tab.

With BARIS, your space station parts now have wear and tear, which is indicated by the part's Quality rating. They're unlikely to break during their normal design life, but they can start to break down after you exceed their design life. If you perform maintenance on them, you can reduce the chance that they'll break. A broken drill or base part won't function, which can be either annoying or life threatening depending upon the mods you have installed. Once you fix the part, it will continue to function, but its design life will be reduced- unless you disable that option.

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- CLS update - thanks Krakatoa! :)
- USI-LS update - thanks Krakatoa! :)
- Log spam fix for research contracts requiring landing on a specific body.

1.7.2
- WBT Update

1.7.1
- WBT Update
- Added MechJeb support (Thanks Steve-C!)

1.7.0
- Recompiled plugin for KSP 1.3.
- You can convert Equipment into MaterialKits in the 3D Print Shop.
- Updated Snacks support.
- Fixex KNUTS experiment to require Plants, not Mulch.

1.6.6
- Minor update to consolidate ASET/RPM ModuleManager patches into one file.
- Fix for IVA screens not remembering what image they were displaying.

1.6.5
- WBT Update

1.6.0
New Part
- S.A.F.E.R. : The Safe Affordable Fission Engine with Radiators generates ElectricCharge for your spacecraft needs. It is based upon the real-world SAFE - 400 reactor created by NASA.

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- Adjusted the Appaloosa's Science template to become available after unlocking Space Exploration.
- Removed redundant experiment manifests from the Backseat Crew template.
- Refactored TAC-LS converters to use continual production.
- Replaced sample craft files.
- Deprecated Titan II parts.

1.5.1
- Restricted the number of contracts that are offered and/or active.
- Fixed a situation where experiments weren't registering as completed.
- Contracts won't be offered until you've orbited the target world and have unlocked the proper tech tree.
- Contracts that must be returned to the homeworld must be landed or splashed.

1.5.0 LDEF: Long Duration Exposure Facility
This release introduces an alternative method for conducting MOLE's station experiments in the form of LDEF Experiment Modules. There are a number of these external experiment modules to choose from. Simply fly an experiment to the station (or fly stand-alone using the support modules), start the experiment, and make sure that all the pre-requisites are met. Once the pre-requisites are met and the experiment has accumulated sufficient LabTime and/or other required resources, then either return the experiment module to Kerbin or transfer the data to a Mobile Processing Lab for further processing.

YOU CAN USE THE EXPERIMENT MODULES WITH THE MOLE LAB! Remember, the MOLE Lab can generate LabTime even when there are no experiments loaded into the lab.

The experiments run exactly like the existing ones; you need to make sure that the experiment's requirements are met (orbiting, specific altitude, etc.) Some experiments might require additional resources or additional parts to be on station. You generate LabTime using the MOLE Lab/LDEF Science Processor, ScopeTime using the KH-10, Plants using the Mark One Botany Lab/LDEF Botany Module, and SolarReports using the Solar Observatory.

The existing MOLE science system remains unchanged; you still load experiments into containers like the Coach and Appaloosa, transfer them into the MOLE Lab/Skylab, run them, and transfer completed experiments back into a container for the trip home. The LDEF system simply provides a more intuitive interface for conducting experiments at the cost of increased part count and reduced convenience.

New Parts

You can find these parts in the new LDEF tab.

- LDEF Core: This part is designed to host up to 4 External Experiment Carriers and/or support modules. You can place the core and its experiments in the Mk1 Interstage Service Compartment, RPND-A Service Compartment, Kargo Bay, or any other part capable of holding the rack and its experiments.
Hint: The Mk1 Iterstage Service Compartment can hold up to 3 cores, for a total of 12 external experiments and support modules.

- LDEF Double Core: A double-sized version of the core.

- LDEF Tripple Core: A tripple-sized version of the core.

- LDEF Experiment Module: This module houses a single experiment found in the MOLE science system. There are a number of different experiments available, each with its own module. You can press the "Show Synopsis" button to get a description of the experiment and a complete list of its requirements. Simply press the "Start Experiment" button to start the experiment, and check the status field to see what's going on. To stop the experiment, press the "Stop Experiment" button. When completed, the experiment will automatically show you the results and send you an in-game mail.

- LDEF Command Processor: This module is a no-frills probe core.

- LDEF Science Processor: This module generates a small amount of LabTime per day at the cost of ResearchKits and ElectricCharge.

- LDEF Botany Module: This module grows Plants from Water and Fertilizer at the cost of Water, Fertilizer, and ElectricCharge.

- LDEF Solar Battery: The solar battery powers your experiments and support modules.

- LDEF Resource Container: This container holds a small amount of ResearchKits or other useful resources.

- LDEF Equipment Container: This container is hollow and lets you attach small items.

New Contracts
- You can run LDEF experiments for Science, Rep, and Funds! The payout is proportional to where the contract asks you to run the experiment.

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- Updated the Snacks converters to the latest standards.
- RealPlume updates. Thanks DStall & Merkov!
- Bug fixes for determining when an experiment has accumulated sufficient resources.

1.4.9
- Fixed scalar issues with the RPND-A Service Compartment.
- Fixed angle snap issues with docking ports.
- Retextured the docking ports slightly; there's an alignment stripe to help you tell which way is up.
- Other minor bug fixes.
- WBT update

1.4.8
- Updated Appaloosa and Brumby ASET cockpits to use ASET 1.4: https://spacedock.info/mod/1204/ASET%20Props
- WBT update

1.4.7
- Fix for Coach's CommNet transmitter.
- RealPlume patch fix. Thanks BureauJaeger! :)
- Science container added to the Airlock Module. Thanks Bombaatu! :)

1.4.6.1
- Fixed resource dumping when modules aren't in wet workshop mode.
- Fix for Buckboard colliders.
- Added Coach 500, a double-height version of the 1.875m Coach.

1.4.6
- Added a slanted adapter-tank similar to the stock C7 Brand Adapter Slanted - 2.5m to 1.25m. Thanks for the suggestion, eloquentJane! :)
- Fixed an issue where the Snacks greenhouse configuration would appear even when Snacks wasn't installed.
- WildBlueTools update

1.4.5
New Parts
- WB-3 "Hemi Cuda,": a variant of the WB-2 that has a shorter nozzle for better use with landing craft, and has a higher initial thrust and ISP. It has Standard (1.875m) and Compact (1.25m) engine mounts and shrouds, and it can be surface-mounted.
- WB-4 "Sledgehammer": This is a powerful 1.875m solid rocket motor that initially generates 900kn of thrust in a vacuum. It can be upgraded to 1200kn at Heavier Rocketry, and 1500kn at Very Heavy Rocketry.

Bug Fixes & Enhancements
- Fixed MOLE's Experiment Lab to generate LabTime properly; a 5-star scientist can push the lab output to 21 units of LabTime per day while a 0-star scientists generates the normal 6 units of LabTime per day.
- Simplified the production chain for TAC-LS to use Waste in place of Fertilizer.

1.4.0
- Added the RPND-A Service Bay, a 1.875m service bay.
- Fixed staging issues with the heat shields.
- Added a data transfer utility to the science labs.

1.3.8
- The S.A.M.E. experiment now properly requires SolarReports.
- KSP 1.2.2 update

1.3.7
- Greenhouse fixes
- Templates require MaterialKits instead of Equipment if MKS is installed.

1.3.6.4
- Removed duplicate Mk1 Radial Docking Port.
- Fixed part upgrades on the Corvette.

1.3.6.2
- Disabled angle snap

1.3.6
- Fixed issues related to docking the Mk1, Mk1 Radial, Mk2, and DR18 docking ports between each other and between their equivalent stock ports.
- If the target docking port supports angle snap that you can turn on/off (all MOLE docking ports do), and it's turned off, then it will be turned on if the active port's angle snap is turned on.
- The DR18's glow panels work again.

1.3.5
- Fixed specular color on the Fulcrum.
- Increased gimbal responsiveness on the Fulcrum.
- Updated Korona Lite drag cubes.
- The WB-700 has the ability to toggle its decals once again.
- Added heat conductivity and body lift to the Backseat and Brumby to bring them up to KSP 1.2.1 standards.
- Added charring modules to the heat shields and Korona Lite to bring them up to KSP 1.2.1 standards.
- Fixed test subject conditions on the Interstage Adapters so that you can complete part test contracts.
- Increased max temp on the Brumby and Appaloosa. This is a temporary measure
NOTE: Still investigating why the Brumby and Appaloosa continue to overheat. It appears to be due to the capsule's length not being protected by the heat shield. Increasing the diameter of the colliders helps but they stick out and cause drag.

1.3.4

New Parts
- Added the Solary Battery Module. Available after unlocking Advanced Electrics, it is a 1.875m part that has a dual-axis solar array and a set of batteries.
- Added the WB-2 Corvette Liquid Fuel Engine. The Corvette has two engine mount sizes: Standard (1.875m) and Wide (2.5m), along with corresponding shroud sizes. It can be upgraded to improve its thrust and ISP.

Bug Fixes and Enhancements
- Removed deprecated versions of OMS Kit and ISC.
- The Fulcrum gimbals its thrust properly again.
- The Bigby Orbital Workshop can create new experiments again.
- Cleaned up some logging issues related to missing part modules and textures when supported mods aren't installed.
- Minor corrections to MOLE's KSPedia.
- The Brumby can now transfer all the science data from various experiments into the capsule.
- For MOLE's docking ports, added the ability to enable/disable angle snap, and the ability to set the snap angle. 
- If a targeted docking port doesn't support angle snap, then angle snap will automatically be turned off on the active docking port.
- The Coach can now be configured as a CommNet center. This configuration is available after you've unlocked Electronics.

1.3.3
- You can no longer transmit bonus science when CommNet is enabled and you don't have a connection back to Kerbin.

1.3.2
- You can weld ports from EVA.
- Stretched the Interstage Service Compartment (ISC) so that it can host the stock SC-9000 Science Jr.. It will only be available to new vessels.
NOTE: The ability to surface-attach parts to the doors is NOT a bug.
- Stretched the OMS Kit to better fit the new ISC model. Storage capacity is now increased to match the Buckboard 2000. There's just enough room on the aft end of the OMS Kit to attach a Mk1 docking port.

1.3.0
- Added the Mk2 Docking Port, a 1.25m docking port that can be welded. It is compatible with the stock Clamp-O-Tron.
- Fixed issues with docking ports not docking properly.
- The Solar Observatory functions as a probe core again.
- Renamed SunExposure to SolarReports.

1.2.9
- Added collider to the Interstage Service Compartment's crew tube.
- Slightly widened the 1.875m heat shield collider and 2.5m heat shield colliders.
- Updated Module Manager
- Updated Wild Blue Tools
- Updated conversion ratios for Snacks
- Updated support for USI-LS

1.2.8
- The stock Experiment Storage Unit can now store a station experiment.
- Moved game settings to the Wild Blue tab in the Game Difficulty screen.

Docking ports
- You can now weld docking ports together. Your docked vessels become one craft. Combine with autostrut to make a solid craft. Once welded together, you can no longer undock the ports.
The Wild Blue tab under the Game Difficulty screen has the following options for docking port welding:
* Require an EVA to weld the ports (default: true): If false, you can weld the ports without requiring an EVA.
* Require the repair skill to weld ports (default: true): if false, anybody can perform the weld.
* Keep docking ports after the weld (default: false): If false, then after welding, the docking ports vanish and the parts are moved together to close the gap. If true, then the docking ports remain in place but will become unusable.
Thanks for showing me how its done, Shadowmage! :)

1.2.7
- Fixed crashing issues with experiment manifests.

1.2.6
- Added experiment slots to the Backseat's Crew configuration, and increased the experiment slots in its Science configuration.
- Added KSP's new part categories to the BOW's list of categories for OSE Workshop.
- The Bigby Crew Module's RCS thrusters fire properly now.

1.2.5
- Creating new experiments now requires a connection back to Kerbin.
- Added transmitters to the Station Hub and Solar Observatory.
- The 1.875m Titan Fairing now has truss attachment nodes.
- Moved parts to the new part categories.

1.2.4
- Updated RCS effects for the WB400 and Bigby Crew Module.

1.2.3

Cryo Engines
- Titan tanks and wet workshops can be upgraded with zero boiloff technology.

ISC
- Updated RCS thrusters to newer part modules.

1.2.1
- Updated the part upgrades based upon newfound knowledge. Thanks NathanKell, blowfish, and JPLRepo! :)

1.2
Updated to KSP 1.2 pre-release. Expect additional patches as KSP is fixed and mods are updated. When reporting bugs, please make sure they aren't issues with KSP itself.

Part Upgrades
- Many parts now have part upgrades.
KNOWN ISSUE: part upgrade purchasing isn't showing up in the tech tree. Not sure why.

Redecorating & Converters
- For the modules that used to require Engineers, now any class that has the ConverterSkill qualifies to reconfigure modules. For modules that used to require Scientists, now any class with the ScienceSkill qualifies to reconfigure the modules. Ditto for converters.
- Fixed an issue where the Glykerol Lab would despawn the IVA.

Greenhouses
- Growth time is no longer reduced based upon experienced Scientists. Yield is still affected by experience though.
- Greenhouses now show where they're at in the growth cycle.
- The MOBL's Botany Lab now produces Plants from Dirt, Mulch and Fertilizer; Water is no longer required.

USI-LS
- Replaced Water usage with Dirt. Apparently Fertilizer is mostly water.
- Adjusted the resource consumption amounts to be comparable with stock USI-LS.
- While Dirt is an extra added resource, it accounts for the possibility of improved yields.

Station Experiments
- Updated science defs. Thanks DStaal! :)

Wet Workshops
- Added support for CryoFuels. Thanks for the suggestion, CobaltWolf! :)

1.1 The Tires Kick Back
NOTE: Parts in the Deprecated folder have been removed. Be sure to retire older vessels that use the deprecated parts, or copy the Deprecated folder from a previous version of MOLE.

Station Experiments
- Added the Ice Cream Research Experiment.
- Streamlined the experiment lab GUI and updated the KSPedia pages accordingly.
- You can now transmit results back to Kerbin for 25% of the total science. Only labs offer a transmit option. Recovery remains your best return on investment.
- The Space Adaption Study, Power Tools Evaluation, Orbital Construction Techniques and Crystal Growth Experiments can now be run in orbit around any celestial body. If you have suggestions for experimental results text for other celestial bodies, I'm all ears. :)
- Added Minmus to the list of worlds that you can conduct the Surface Construction Study on.
- Added missing SunExposure requirement to the Solar Activity Monitoring Experiment.
- Experiments can now be created in the field by some labs. To that end, experiments have the option to specify what resources they need and how much. If not specified, then a default value will be used that's defined by the experiment lab.
- Labs have the ability to restrict the experiments they create based upon a list of tags. Hence experiments may list a set of tags as well. If an experiment has no tags that match the tags required by the lab then it won't show up in the list of experiments that it can create.
- Experiments can now require asteroids with a minimum mass.
NOTE: Basic and DeepFreeze experiments are now located in WildBlueTools; there is no effect to MOLE users.

Bigby Orbital Workshop
- Added a description.
- Buffed production speeds on the BOW's templates. They take a lot but proportionally give a lot in return.
- The BOW has a new Skylab template (now the default configuration) that lets it simultaneously become an experiment lab with 8 experiment slots and a Mobile Processing Lab with better capabilities than the stock MPL.
- If you have a skilled Scientist aboard, and have resources, then the Skylab can create new experiments to research from the list of possible experiments. In KSP 1.2, the lab will also need a connection back to Kerbin to recieve instructions Apollo-13 style. For Science!
- The BOW's Pathfinder template support should show up properly now. You'll need Pathfinder 1.0.0 or later for the templates to work properly.

Botany Lab
- The MOBL can now participate in Pathfinder's resource distribution.

Mod Support
- Added Remote Tech support to the new probe cores (Korna, Korona Lite, etc). Thanks Jmrd98! :)
- Added RealPlume support to the O-2 and OMS Kit. Thanks for the help, Bombaatu! :)

Bug Fixes
- The experiment manifest for the experiment containers works again.
- If your framerate drops when using MOLE parts, you can try using the new MM_Placeholder ModuleManager patch located in the
WildBlueIndustries/MOLE/ModuleManagerPatches folder. Simply rename MM_Placeholder.txt to MM_Placeholder.cfg. This will swap out
the internal spaces with placeholder spaces. Your crew portraits won't look as nice but the game won't have to render detailed internals either.

1.0 Lunar Command (a.k.a. Moonbase)
It's been a long haul to get here but MOLE is finally Core Complete! I've finally reached my original vision for the mod as a parts pack for early space station construction. It's gone through many changes, such as focusing on the 1.875m part diameter that's evolving into a modder's favorite, and providing optional support for Pathfinder- something I didn't originally intend. Core Complete means that MOLE has the minimum amount of parts, functinality, and polish to become a viable product release. Hence, expect to see the MOLE thread moved to Addon Releases. Thank you to everybody who helped test MOLE, provide feedback, improvements, and contributions to the pack. Without your help, MOLE would be in much worse shape.

There's more to do! The Botany Lab will be receiving a cryopod IVA- if I can pull that off. I hope to have that done before KSP 1.2. And I'm looking at a Brumby equivalent to the Winged Gemini instead of yet another X-20 (which was canceled in favor of MOL). I'll be taking a second look at a deployable parafoil; I already have the basic code designed, but the concept needs refinement to fit into the game. And there's a possible 0.675m engine and maybe some Falcon-9-like landing legs sized for 1.875m parts. These may take awhile, I've got some work to do on my other mods.

For now, I hope you enjoy the 1.0 release. Thanks again for your support! :)

New Parts
- Added the SPF-4 Solar Array, a non-retractable solar panel similar to the panels found on the real-world Apollo Telescope Mount.
- Added a 1.875m Battery Module. It holds 2,500 electric charge.
- Added the OMS Kit, a combination fuel tank, engine, and storage module that fits inside the Interstage Service Compartment.
- Added a Monopropellant Power Unit. Like the stock Fuel Cell, it generates ElectricCharge, but by consuming MonoPropellant.
- Added a 3.75m in-line radiator. It is based upon Skylab's aft-mounted radiator panel.
- Added the Bigby Instrument Unit. It is a 3.875m diameter probe core/SAS unit that is similar to the Titan Instrument Unit.
- Added the Bigby Solar Observatory. It generates SunExposure when it has line of sight to the sun. It can easily support stars from other mods.
- Added the 3.75m Bigby Orbital Workshop. This kerbalized wet/dry Skylab analog represents the industrial portion of MOLE. It has templates for making Equipment (Tinker Shop) and processing asteroid resources (Rockhound). It supports OSE Workshop (Craftworks), Extraplanetary launchpads (Smelter, Partshop), and of course Pathfinder (Pathfinder geolab, Pigpen, Sunburn, Solar Flare, Watney, Brew Works, Ironworks, Nukeworks).

Station Experiments
- Added the Solar Activity Monitoring Experiment. It requires SunExposure and LabTime.
- Removed Glykerol requirements for cryogenic experiments.
- You will now see the stock experiment results screen immediately upon completing an experiment. That way, you can recover the lab to get the science rewards. You can still transfer an experiment to another part (Coach, Appaloosa, Korona, etc) and recover that part for science.

Power Module
- Increased the EC output to 5 EC/sec. Combined with a slight increase to its MonoPropellant storage, the Power Module will last about a day (6 hours) at full output.

Command Pods
- Added support for Kerbal Engineer.

KSPedia
- Added KSPedia entries for MOLE. I'm open to suggestions about additional entries.

RealPlume
- Added support for RealPlume. Thanks for the suggestion and tips, Nightside! :)
KNOWN ISSUE: Currently the O-2 and the OMS Kit engines use stock plumes. I haven't figured out how to make RP work with these engines.

Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue with the Korona Lite bouncing off the water. Don't splash down too fast though, it might sink.

0.9.7

New Part
- Added a 3.75m Interstage Adapter. It can host up to 7 1.25m engines.

Bug Fixes
- Fixed RT Module Manager patches.
- The MOH has its USI-LS recycler again.
- Experiments can require multiple parts for real this time.
- The MOH and Botany Lab's light strips now glow properly.
- The MOLE Commercial Science Lab GUI should properly show up now when Pathfinder is installed.

0.9.6
- Fixed NREs generated when converting a storage container into a science container.
- You can now specify multiple required parts for experiments.
- The MOLE can transmit its bonus science again.
- Part mass is now correctly calculated.
- The Korona can hold KIS items again.
- Updated experiments and added new ones. Thanks again, DStaal! :)
- The MOLE can now be configured to produce Glykerol.
- The KH-10 plays nice with CactEye and Tarsier.

0.9.5 Outpost 2

New Parts
- Added the Mark One Botany Lab (MOBL). This research lab can produce Plants for research experiments. With sufficient tech researched, it can also become a greenhouse (a life support mod is required; it supports Snacks, TAC-LS, Kerbalism, and USI-LS). The Botany Lab can be a wet/dry workshop as well.
- Added the KH-10 "DenEye" telescope. It generates ScopeTime for experiments, and has a built-in Celestial Body Research experiment for making observations. The KH-10 can integrate with the CactEye and Tarsier telescopes mods as well.
- Added the KH-10 Processor Socket, designed to fit CactEye processors. It's only available when CactEye is installed, and fits well in the 1.875m ISC.
- Added the KH-10 Control Module. Attach this to the scope on the side with the mirror, and you can use it to point the scope at desired targets.
- Added the 1.875m x 2m Kargo Bay.
- Added a 0.625m decoupler/separator. You can surface-attach the decoupler/separator.
- Added the 0.625m Korona Lite return canister. It can hold a single experiment as well as experiment data. It has a built-in parachute and heat shield as well as a no-frills probe core.

MOLE
- Increased max data storage capacity to 300 in the MOLE MPL.
- Increased the bonus science for the MOLE experiment lab.

Station Experiments
- Added the Botanical Research Experiment. It requires Plants and LabTime.
- Changed the KNUTS experiment to convert ResearchKits into Mulch to avoid confusion when USI-LS isn't installed.

Bug Fixes
- The Fulcrum engine should gimbal properly now.
- Fixed an issue where resources required by experiments wouldn't be accumulated.
- Fixed an issue where the greenhouse would automatically declare failure upon first start.
- Fixed an issue where SAS modules weren't upgrading properly.

0.9.0.2
- You can now change the configration on tanks with symmetrical parts. In the SPH/VAB it will happen automatically when you select a new configuration. After launch, you'll have the option to change symmetrical tanks.

0.9.0.1

SD-18 & SD-25
- The Adapter/Decouplers can now become separators.

IA-25
- Added option for 8 nodes around the central node, for a total of 9 nodes. Thanks for the suggestion, StevieC! :)

Other
- If fuel tanks are arrayed symmetrically, you'll no longer be able to reconfigure them. It's either that or let the game explode (ie nothing I can do about it except prevent players from changing symmetrical tanks).

0.8.5.1
- Fixed an issue where the Korona did not have KIS storage.
- All Titan & Konan tanks can now participate in Pathfinder's resource distribution system.

0.8.5

- Added the Mk3-75 Drydock. Like the Mk1 Drydock, the Mk3-75 requires Extraplanetary Launchpads. NOTE: If you have Pathfinder installed, you won't see Pathfinder's Stockyard250 or Stockyard375.
- Added the Korona Supply Capsule. Based upon the stock Mk1 Command Pod, the Korona ditches the kerbal in favor of cargo, probe core, and associated avionics. As a science canister, it can carry two experiments.

0.8.0.2

Station Light
- Reduced research cost and price to be in line with stock lights.
- Moved tech node to Electrics (same as stock lights).

MOH
- Added TAC-LS recyclers to the Dolores Habitat configuration.
- Renamed the Life Support converter (required for the KNUTS experiment when USI-LS is not installed) to KNUTS Processor.

CTT
- Added support for CTT. Tech nodes and parts: If a part isn't listed below, then it stays where it is (unless you have a mod installed that changes the tech node arrangements). MOLE parts should hover around Tier 4/Tier 5 by and large, but if you have suggestions for other CTT nodes for parts I'm happy to listen. :)
Enhanced Survivability: Appaloosa, MK1-85 Heat Shield, Flight Control Package
Simple Command Pods: Brumby

Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where players could not transfer crew out of a wet workshop that has been converted into a habitable module.
- Fixed an issue where, if you have Pathfinder installed, reconfiguring the MOLE/MOH would not honor Pathfinder's settings for requiring resources and the proper skills to reconfigure the module.

0.8.0.1
- Fixed an issue where the Interstage Adapters required staging to complete.
- Station light won't throw NREs when in the VAB/SPH if turned on.

0.8.0 Outpost

MOLE is getting closer to Core Complete! This release adds new parts including the Mark One Habitat.

New Parts
- Added the WBM-700 fuel tank, a 2.5m fuel tank that has a crew tunnel through its center.
- Added the IA-25, a 2.5m Interstage Adapter. It's just like the IA-18, only bigger. Its central node is setup for 1.25m parts while its outer nodes are ready for 0.625m parts.
- Added the Titan 2.5m Decouplatron, a 2.5m version of the 1.875m Titan Decouplatron. It can be a decoupler or separator.
- Added the SPF-4 Solar Array, a large deployable solar array that's available sooner than the more capable SPF-8. The SPF-4 cannot be retracted, and it cannot track the sun. It is inspired by solar panels found on Skylab. NOTE: For symmetrical part installations, be sure to mirror the panels so they face the desired direction. You can do this by right-clicking the part and pressing "Mirror Panel."
- Added the Mark One Habitat (MOH), a 1.875m habitat that sleeps 2 kerbals. It provides recycling capabilities depending upon the life support mod that you have installed. It has a Dolores Habitat configuration and a Wet Workshop config (that holds LiquidFuel/Oxidizer). With Pathfinder installed, the MOH can also become a Pathfinder Geology Lab, Ponderosa, and Pigpen, albeit with reduced capability due to its smaller size.

Titan II Tanks
- Renamed the Titan II line of tanks to the Konan tanks, in honor of the proposed Titan Barbarian.

Station Experiments
- Added the Kerbal Nutrition Utilization Transfer Study (KNUTS); it requires a Mark One Habitat, Mulch, and LabTime.

0.7.8.1

- Fixed an issue where the Bonus Science tab would break the MOLE Operations Manager in the VAB/SPH.
- Fixed an issue where the light switch wasn't available in the context menu.
- Fixed an issue where the MOLE Lab couldn't generate bonus science when there were no experiments in the lab.

0.7.8

Science System
- Experiment Manifest and transfer screens now list the part they're associated with.
- Fixed an issue where experiment info wasn't showing up in the VAB/SPH.
- The Load Experiment window now appears slightly offset from the Manifest window to make it easier to distinguish that you're now loading experiments into the part.
- The Transfer Experiment button now makes it more clear that it is a transfer experiment button.
- In the VAB/SPH, the Experiment Manifest will show a new "Load Experiment" button.
- You can now run/pause individual experiments.
- Additional MOLE Labs can contribute to a lab currently running experiments as long as the extra labs don't have any experiments running.
- Experiments now individually keep track of the resources they consume during research.
- Added clarification to the MOLE Lab operations manager to make it clear that you will gain bonus science and generate LabTime independently of any running experiments.
- The Experiment Lab will no longer stop if it, say, runs out of resources or the part doesn't have enough crew.
- Improved rendering performance of the experiment windows.
- Previously occupied experiment slots properly report as empty after the completed experiment's final transfer.
- After the final transfer, experiments will show their results (via the stock experiment results window).
- Added the ability to send an in-game email if the MOLE Lab suffers a catastrophic failure during research (assuming you have the "Parts Can Break" option set).
- Added the ability to specify whether or not parts require resources to fix and/or parts can break. Currently this only applies to the MOLE Lab.
- MOLE Lab repairs are working properly.

Science Experiments

Special thanks to DStaal for providing new science results and new experiments. Thanks DStaal! :)

- Updated the science defs in the existing experiments.
- Added Temperature Study, Thermal study, and Surface Construction Study, courtsey of the DStaal Institute of Technology.

NOTE: Play balancing still needed! Help balance the cost/rewards of the experiments.
NOTE: Due to the increasing number of experiments, you might want to lower your science rewards for your game.

Power Generation
- Decreased consumption rates on the MPUs. They'll last longer now.

Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where experiments wouldn't show up after reloading a craft.
- Fixed an issue where upgradeable SAS units weren't upgrading.

0.7.7
- Added "skinMaxTemp" to the FCP, MK1 Docking Port, Appaloosa, Brumby, and Bigby Crew Module.
- Added Bigby Crew Module to CLS.

0.7.6
- The Bigby Crew Module now has a set of integrated RCS thrusters.

0.7.5

- Recompiled for KSP 1.1.3.

New Parts
- Added the Bigby Crew Module. It's like a Hitchhicker, but shaped to fit on the end of a Brumby or Appaloosa.
- Added a 2.5m heat shield that allows crew transfers (if CLS is installed).

Titan Parts
- Finished retexturing the Titan series to be more Porkalike.

Brumby
- Adjusted internal cockpit lighting.

Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where the O-2 thruster would go into abort mode after the ship runs out of fuel and then refuels.

0.7.4.1

- Fixed an issue with RemoteTech support breaking antennas.
- Fixed required KSP version to 1.1.2.

0.7.4

Titan Parts
- Retextured the Titan tanks, Titan Instrument Unit & Titan Separatron to be more Porkalike.
NOTE: The retexturing work is ongoing, some parts aren't done yet.

Titan Separator
- The revised Titan Separatron can be configured as a decoupler or as a separator in the VAB/SPH.

Interstage Adapters
- Consolidated the IA-18S and IA-18L into the IA-18 Interstage Adapter. There are nodes on the bottom that let you choose between short, medium, and long shrouds. The older IA-18S and IA-18L have been deprecated.

Engines
- Buffed the thrust for the O-2 "Oxygen" thruster's and the LV-T270 "Fulcrum"

USI-LS
- Removed Dirt from the USI LifeSupport template.
- Added icons for USI-LS templates.

Other
- Added RemoteTech support to the Appaloosa and Titan Instrument Unit.

Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where converter text and experiment manifest text wasn't showing up in the VAB/SPH.
- Fixed an issue where you'd see crew portraits in a nearby vessel even though you're focused upon a different vessel.
- Fixed an issue where a science experiment would be run when transferring the experiment out of a lab, even though it hasn't met all the requirements.
- Fixed an issue where the MOLE could not transmit data back to KSC when RemoteTech is installed. NOTE: This is a pretty simplistic fix; future updates will account for packet transmission rates etc.

0.7.3
- Fixed storage and supply issues when USI-LS is installed.
- The Brumby now has an IVA variant for ASET.

0.7.2
- Added Airlock Module to CLS support.
- The Brumby now has an IVA variant for RPM.

0.7.1
- Removed test code.

0.7.0 Space M+A+X
This update delivers one new part and a bunch of revisions to others. It also delivers a new science system that favors conducting experiments and bringing them home to reap the rewards. More texture revisions are on the way in future updates.
WANTED: Good writers who can help flesh out the descriptions for the experimental results.
WANTED: Playtesters willing to try out the new science experiements and help balance the fun/grind/rewards.

New Part
- Added an airlock module. This module is dedicated to getting your crew into and out of the station.

Interstage Adapters
- Redesigned the IA-18 adapters to let you toggle between 1, 3, 5, and 7 engine nodes in the VAB/SPH. There is enough space for 0.625m engines to sit side by side. When you have CLS installed, the central node is crew accessible.
NOTE: This feature only applies to new craft that you design, not existing craft in the field.

Appaloosa
- Remodeled the part to account for graphics issues uncovered by KSP's new IVA overlay feature. This will only affect new craft; the older model has been deprecated.
- In the VAB/SPH, you can now toggle the top node from its normal recessed position to a position flush with the top of the part.
- After you've unlocked Advanced Flight Control (or are in Sandbox), you can fly a small amount of cargo in the Backseat.
- Reworked the ladder and EVA hatch triggers. Hopefully that'll help with some of the issues people are experiencing.

Brumby
- Retextured to be more porkalike. Thanks for the tips and feedback, CobaltWolf! :)
- Fixed top node to the correct location.
- Reworked the ladder and EVA hatch triggers. Hopefully that'll help with some of the issues people are experiencing.

Station Hub
- Removed side EVA hatch; you can still transfer crew into and out of the module via the context menu.
- Added end-cap EVA hatches as emergency exits- great for those kerbal rescue missions.
- Added TAC-LS configurations for those who run with TAC-LS. There is a carbon extractor, water purifier, and water splitter. Being early tech, they're not as good as the 1.25m TAC converters, and they pretty much take up the whole module. Thanks for the suggestion, TheReadPanda! :)
NOTE: if you have an existing station hub in orbit, it will retain its side EVA hatch; the changes only apply to new craft.

MOLE
- MOLE IVA is now complete.
- Retextured exterior to be more porkalike.
- Removed side EVA hatch; you can still transfer crew into and out of the module via the context menu.
- Added end-cap EVA hatches as emergency exits- great for those kerbal rescue missions.
- MOLE lab now generates LabTime.
- Reduced the amount of science generated by the MOLE Lab to 0.1 per day.
- Fixed an issue where the MOLE would receive science reports even when it wasn't configured as a Mobile Processing Lab. Thanks for the detailed bug report, MaxRebo! :)
NOTE: if you have an existing MOLE in orbit, it will retain its side EVA hatch; the changes only apply to new craft.

Science System
- Added a new science system that lets you load experiments into the Coach containers, fly them to your stations and transfer them into a MOLE lab, and once completed, load them back into a Coach for transport back to Kerbin. The experiments have little to no transmit value, encouraging you to bring them home (or if you prefer, load them into an MPL). The new experiments can have many requirements such as orbiting specific planets at specific altitudes, various resources, minimum crew, and required parts. To give players an added challenge, you can optionally specify the percentage chance that an experiment will succeed. You even have the ability to run a specific part module once an experiment has met the prerequisites- that gives you the ability to provide custom benefits. Just be sure to implement the IWBIExperimentResults interface.

Coach
- Added new Science! template. Use this template to add up to 4 science experiments to study at your space stations. The Coach 300 holds 6.
- Changed default template from Storage to Science!
- Added TAC-LS storage templates (requires TAC-LS).

Station Experiments
- Added Space Adaption Study. Requires LabTime, kerbals, and a station orbiting Kerbin.
- Added Orbital Construction Techniques. Requires LabTime and a station orbiting Kerbin.
- Added Crystal Growth Experiment. Requires LabTime and a station orbiting Kerbin.
- Added Power Tools Evaluation. Requires LabTime and a station orbiting Kerbin.

Other
- Added the K-15 to the SampleCraft folder. This sub-orbital demonstrator can reach orbit if flown right.
- The O-2 engines now have action options to arm and disarm the abort mode.

0.6.1

FCP & Mk1 Docking Port
- Fixed RealChute drag problems. Thanks for the fix, dave1904! :)

Station Light
- Remodeled the light slightly to make it look better.

Mk1 Drydock
- Fixed a texturing issue with the Mk1 Drydock.

Life Support
- Added support for Kerbalism
- Added support for USI-LS. Thanks for the number crunching, Bombaatu! :)

0.6.0 Earth Orbit Stations

With KSP 1.1.X shenanigans finally out of the way, I'm back to creating updates for the MOLE. This update continues with Phase 2: Project Space Station, and delivers new station parts.

-Updated to KSP 1.1.2

New Parts
- Added the Mk1 Drydock. You can use this to build new vessels if you have Extraplanetary Launchpads (EL) installed. The part won't be available if you have Pathfinder installed.
- The MOLE and Station Hub now have EL productivity values.
- Added a 1.875m docking port. This docking port is designed to dock station modules together and provides a wider hard dock than the Mk1 ports.
- Added the Titan Separator Unit. This is a separator built to provide a clean separation between two parts.
- Added a station light. You can configure the color and intensity in the VAB/SPH and in flight.

0.5.0.11
- Updated to KSP 1.1.1
- Fixed an issue where the MOLE's lights would not turn on.
- The MOLE IVA won't be shown when the module is configured to hold LFO and has no crew capacity.

0.5.0.10
- Fixed issue with Appaloosa when using Sandbox mode.

0.5.0.9
- Removed redundant LFO template

0.5.0.8
- Recompiled for KSP 1.1 release
- Updated to latest WildBlueTools

0.5.0.7
- Recompiled for latest KSP 1.1
- Storage containers now use new part module; you might need to hyperedit resources back in.

0.5.0.6
- Recompiled for the release version of KSP 1.1
- Changed the resource required to reconfigure modules from RocketParts to Equipment.
- Added Equipment storage template.

0.5.0.5 (KSP 1.1 pre-release)
- Added MOLE Settings window to the application toolbar. If you disable "Require resources to reconfigure modules" then you no longer need to bring resources to convert convert a wet workshop into a usable module or to change a module's configuration. Similarly, if you disable "Require skill check to reconfigure modules" then you no longer need to have a skilled engineer/scientist to reconfigure the module.
NOTE: If you have Pathfinder installed, then the MOLE Settings window will not appear. Use the Pathfinder Settings window instead.

0.5.0.4 (KSP 1.1 pre-release)
- Updated Station Hub IVA to reflect new KSP 1.1 cutaway view mode.

0.5.0.3 (KSP 1.1 pre-release)
- Wild Blue Tools updated
- RCS makes sounds now.

0.5.0.2 (KSP 1.1 pre-release)
- Removed Bigby Crew Module- it's just a concept design right now and not ready for use.
- When converted to a fuel tank, the MOLE will hide its window, EVA hatch, and ladder rungs. They'll show up again when you convert the MOLE back into a lab.

0.5.0.1
- Updated for KSP 1.1.
NOTE: This is a PRE-RELEASE version! Not guaranteed to work as KSP 1.1 Pre-Release is itself unstable. This has been tested against my own mods but NOT with other mods. I cannot realistically provide support for MOLE working with other mods until KSP 1.1 is officially released, and the other mod(s) have been updated to the release-version of KSP 1.1. All that said, I've done the best I can to test MOLE, and I do appreciate the testing you might do during the pre-release. :)
- Updated to latest Community Resource Pack and Module Manager (Both Pre-release KSP 1.1)

MOLE
- Added the pre-release IVA. The release version will (hopefully) be done when KSP 1.1 is finalized.
- You can now reconfigure the MOLE after launch.
- Added a LFO template. Now you can launch the MOLE full of fuel, and then outfit it as a lab after reaching orbit. This is similar to the proposed "Wet Workshop" approach to Skylab. As a fuel tank, the MOLE holds about 80% of the fuel as a Titan 900 due to the extra parts it has to store to make it convertible.

Titan Tanks (& Coach)
- Adjusted where the tanks show up in the tech tree: 
  Coach 225: General Rocketry
  Titan-450: Advanced Rockety
  Titan-900: Advanced Rocketry
  Titan-1800: Fuel Ststems

Brumby
- Updated the TAC-LS resource amounts. Thanks StevieC! :)
- Minor updates to the IVA to reflect the new internal overlay.

0.5 Project Space Station

This update introduces the Station Logistics Hub, the Structural Adapter, and the Gemini-like Brumby. Also, the Mk1 Radial port, SPF-8, and Titan Instrument Unit have been slightly revised.

New Parts
- Added the Mk1-88 "Brumby," a 2-kerb, 1.875m, Gemini-like capsule. It is available at Advanced Flight Control. The stock IVA is complete; RPM and ASET IVAs will arrive in a future update.
- Added Station Logistics Hub. This hub has five connector ports. The 3 side ports are designed for the Mk1 docking ports but can accommodate Clamp-O-Tron ports. The hub functions as a minimalist probe core and can hold a small amount of resource storage. Inspiration comes from the ISS's Harmony module.
- Added the Structural Adapter, a 1.875m to 1.25m adapter similar to the Rockomax Adapter. Thanks for the suggestion, RocketSquid! :)

FCP
- Fixed an issue that prevented the FCP from working properly in Career/Science Sandbox mode when Advanced Flight Control hasn't been unlocked.

Titan Tanks
- Fixed issues where the tanks would "hover" when radially attached to other parts.

Titan II Tanks
- Due to confusion in the parts catalog, moved the Titan II line of tanks out of the MOLE category. You can still find them in the stock Fuel Tanks tab.

Coach (225 & 300)
- Added CLS support.

SD-18 & SD-25
- Added Enable/Disable Decoupler button that is only available in the VAB/SPH. If you disable the decoupler, you won't be able to fire the decoupler in flight. This can be a Good Thing (TM) if you just want to use the parts as an adapter.

0.4.3 The difficult we do today, the impossible is in R&D

This update delivers some part revisions, a new radial docking port, and some bug fixes.

New Part
- Added the Mk1 Radial Docking Port. It is compatible with the Mk1 Docking Port, Clamp-O-Tron Jr. and can be radially attached. It doesn't have a drogue chute.

MOLE
- Once you've unlocked Advanced Exploration, The MOLE can serve as a Mobile Processing Laboratory (at reduced capacity) or as the basic research lab. You'll have to configure the MOLE in the VAB/SPH before launch, and you can't reconfigure it after launch. If you have Pathfinder installed, then as before, you can configure the lab as a basic research lab or as any of the standard Pathfinder science labs.
NOTE: Code changes make it necessary for you to retire your existing MOLE modules.

Backseat
- Moved to Flight Control.

Interstage Service Compartment
- Retextured the sides to help emphasize the built-in radiator.
- Added cosmetic avionics boxes.
- Added aft-facing RCS ports.

1.875m Heat Shield
- Moved to Flight Control.

FCP & Mk1 Docking Port
- Resized to Size 0 (0.625m diameter). You'll need to use the VAB/SPH offset tool to flush-mount them to the Mk1 command pod's nose.
- Added forward-facing RCS ports to the FCP.

Bug Fixes
- Removed "Toggle Decals" buttons from the Coaches. Thanks for the feedback, tater! :)
- The Interstage Service Compartment is now easier to attach to your vessels. Thanks again, tater! :)
- Fixed an issue with the MOLE where it wasn't providing the ability to review your research.
- Fixed an issue with the Cryo Engines template that was adding liquid hydrogen to everything. Thanks kerbas_ad_astra! :)

0.4.2 For Science!

Looks like I got ahead of myself with the version numbering and features. This release straightens it all out. I'm also happy to report that with this update, MOLE Phase 1 is complete! I'm now working on MOLE Phase 2, which adds the 1.875m station components, and is about halfway done.

New Parts
- Added the MOLE, a 1.875m science lab. It can perform basic science by consuming ResearchKits. A 2.5m version is planned. The IVA is on backorder- artist's block.
  * If you have Pathfinder installed, then you can configure it for Science operations at reduced efficiency compared to the Doc Science Lab. 
  * NOTE: Unlike the Doc, you CANNOT reconfigure the MOLE during flight.
- Added the Titan Nose Cone, a 1.875m nose cone based on the stock Mk7 nose cone, but with new textures.
- Added the Titan Adapter Tank, a 1.875m to 2.5m fuel tank.
- Added the Power Module, a 1.875m station module with a Monopropellant Power Unit (MPU), MonoPropellant, and ElectricCharge.
- Added the SPF-8 solar panel; this large, early model solar panel is roughly equal to 8 OX-4 solar panels and costs about as much.
- Added the O-2 "Oxygen" monopropellant powered thruster. It is an OMS engine that can function as a launch abort motor in an emergency.

Mk-85 Backseat
- Adjusted the center of bouyancy. Thanks for the tips, Kerbas_ad_astra! :)
- Finished up the IVA flight controls.

Mk1 Docking Port
- Added RealChute support.
- For RealChute, the cut altitude of the drogue chute equals the deployment altitude of the main chute.
NOTE: With RealChute installed, you won't see the staging icon for the docking port until you right-click the part and select Enable Staging. This is a KSP/RealChute issue that arises from the combined docking port and parachute.
- If you DON'T have RealChute installed, the Mk1 Docking Port can now auto-cut the drogue chute. By default, the cut altitude (700 meters) equals the deploy altitude of the FCP.

Titan Instrument Unit
- Revised the part description and made the crew tube height flush with the structural ring.

Sample Craft
- Added the Titan ATV. It is configured to carry LiquidFuel, Oxidizer, MonoPropellant, and has two Coaches ready to accept parts stored via KIS.
- Added the Titan MOLE. This craft is a single-use space station consisting of the Appaloosa and the new Mark One Laboratory Extension (MOLE), along with the new solar panels and station power module.
- Made some minor updates to the K-20 Kestrel.

Bug Fixes
- Fixed issues with the FCP not working with RealChute.
- Fixed (again) the FCP's misreported height issue in VAB/SPH engineering report.
- Adjusted the place where rocket exhaust comes out of the LV-T270 Fulcrum.
- The Backseat MPU should properly consume MonoPropellant while generating ElectricCharge now.

0.4.1 
- Updated to latest WildBlueTools

0.3 Remember the Titans!

This update introduces a bunch of new parts. Chief among them is the Titan series of fuel tanks and associated hardware. The textures are based upon the Titan II Gemini Launch Vehicle. This release also redesigns the Flight Control Package slightly to be virtually the same diameter as the Mk1 command pod's upper attachment node. You also get a complementary docking port since the Clamp-O-Tron Jr no longer fits on the FCP. Finally, the Backseat received some minor tweaks.

New Parts
- Added the Titan series of fuel tanks. They are 1.875m in diameter and come in three sizes: the 450, 900, and 1800. These tanks are fully compatible with the Wild Blue Industries' resource template system, and can hold parts if converted to storage and KIS is installed.
- Added the Titan II series of fuel tanks. They are 2.5m in diameter and come in four sizes. They're equal to the Rockomax 8, 16, 32, and 64 but are also fully compatible with the WBI resource template system. The Titan II series is a KSP version of the real-world Titan "Barbarian" variant.
- Added the Coach 225, a 1.875m logistics module.
- Added the Coach 300, a 2.5m logistics module.
- Added the 1.875m Payload Faring. This is just a modified stock faring that's been resized for 1.875m diameter.
- Added the Titan Instrument Unit. This is a 1.875m probe core/gyro assembly combo. It can be upgraded as technology improves, and includes a kOS CPU if the kOS mod is installed.
- Added the Twin Engine Coupler. This 1.875m engine mount has space for a pair of 1.25m engines and carries a small amount of fuel.
- Added the Quad Engine Coupler. This is a 2.5m engine with space for four 1.25m engines, and it too carries a small amount of fuel.
- Added the Short Interstage Adapter. This 1.875m adapter lets you attach 1.25m diameter engines.
- Added the Long Interstage Adapter. This 1.875m adapter lets you attach 1.25m diameter engines.
- Added the Mk1 Docking Port, specially designed for the Mk1 command pod and the Flight Control Package. It is fully compatible with the Clamp-O-Tron Jr, and it contains a small drogue chute. It cannot be radially attached, however.
- Added the LV-T270 "Fulcrum" rocket engine. It is designed after the stock LV-T series of rocket engines.

FCP
- Redesigned the Flight Control Package to be virtually the same diameter as the Mk1 command pod's upper attachment node. I like the slimmer look. :)
- Fixed an issue that allowed RCS thrusters to work when you haven't unlocked the proper tech node.

Backseat
- Added support for kOS if the mod is installed.
- Removed RocketParts resource; the Coach can bring them up if needed.
- Fixed the Supplies resource for when USI-LS is installed.

Sample Craft
- Added several sample craft. You can find them in the MOLE/SampleCraft/VAB folder.

0.2 Further Developments
This update brings some tweaks, a new internal view, and a complete redesign of the Interstage Service Compartment.

MK85 Heat Shield
- Tweaked the heat shield mass and Ablator to be inline with stock heat shields.

FCP
- Adjusted drag curve for the FCP. Combined with the heat shield change, this should help with self-aligning the capsule for re-entry.

SD-18 & SD-25
- Made some minor mesh improvements to the SD-18 and SD-25 adapters to make them look nicer. I think I'm finally satisfied with their look. :) NOTE: As a reminder, you can toggle the staging icon off and use the adapter/decoupler as an adapter only. And you can flip them around to adapt to different sizes.

Backseat
- Added IVA for the Backseat. It has support for stock props and ASET props. Control layout is a work in progress, but it totally beats the placeholder IVA. Cockpit lights are named CockpitLight, just in case somebody adds an ASET cockpit light switch. ;)
- Added USI-LS support to the Backseat for when USI Life Support is installed. It has 15 days of supplies for two kerbals (you get a total of 30 days with the Mk1 pod and the Backseat due to how USI-LS works).
- The SAS level will be automatically upgraded as technology improves: Advanced Flight Control, level 2; Specialized Control, level 3. Sandbox mode gives level 3.
- Added camera transforms: cameraTransformFront, cameraTransformLeft, cameraTransformRight, cameraTransformBottom. These are for Raster Prop Monitor cameras.

Appaloosa Interstage Service Compartment (ISC)
- Added side doors that you can open to access equipment inside of the compartment for when the aft end is blocked by another stage component.
- Added RCS thruster ports (as long as you've unlocked Advanced Flight Control).
- Added a decoupler; arrows show which way it decouples.
- Added an active radiator that can be switched on and off.
- Added a crew tube that can be toggled (it's largely cosmetic).

Other
- Added bulkhead profiles courtesy of kerbas-ad-astra. Thanks! :)
- Added support for Connected Living Spaces to the Backseat, FCP, WBM-400, Mk85 Heat Shield, SD-18, ISC, and SD-25, courtesy of kerbas-ad-astra. Thanks! :)
- Experiment data corrections courtesy of kerbas-ad-astra. Thanks! :)

0.1.7

WB400
- Added resource switcher; you can now switch between different resource types just like with other Wild Blue Industries' storage tanks.
- The default template is the original resource layout with LiquidFuel, Oxidizer, and MonoPropellant.
- If you have KIS installed, then the WB400 can be converted to storage. Simply cycle through the templates until you find Storage.

Bug Fixes
- Fixed abnormal height reported in the editor's Engineer's Report when adding the FCP.

Other
- Updated to KSP 1.0.5 & latest MM and WildBlueTools.

0.1.6
- Fixed issues related to the heat shield. Thanks eightiesboi and Starwaster!
- Added decouple FX to the heat shield.
- Adjusted node strength on the heat shield.
- Updated to latest WildBlueTools and MM.

0.1.5 Revisions, revisions, and more revisions.
NOTE: This can potentially break your current saves so please retire any vessels you have in flight.
NOTE: Delete your previous WildBlueIndustries folder; directories have moved around.

- Recompiled for 1.0.4
- The MK1-85 is now officially named the Appaloosa. Since no aircraft ever survives its official name, pilots call it the Backseat.
- Added the Appaloosa Interstage Service Compartment.
- Fixed top node on the WB-400
- Added a shroud to the heat shield
- Resized the SD-18 Adapter/Decoupler and repositioned the top node to accomodate the new heat shield design.
- Reworked the WB-400 to account for the new heat shield design.
- Updated drag cube for the FCP parachute.
- Increased Ablator on the heat shield.
- Restructured directory for CKAN support.
- Added MOLE to KerbalStuff.
- Added MOLE to CKAN.

0.1.3 Refurbishments
- Recompiled for 1.0.2
- Reworked the decoupler/adapter art

0.1.2 Gemini At 50
- Added the WBL-400 Adapter Tank. It fits on the back of the Backseat, carries LFO, has a built-in decoupler and built-in separatrons for stage separation.

0.1.1 Backseat Driver
- Adds the Mk1-85 Backseat. It has optional support for Regolith (for the Monopropellant Power Unit), KAS, TAC Life Support, and Deadly Re-Entry.
- Adds the SD-18 Decoupler Adapter. It comes in three different sizes. You can remove the decoupler from the staging list before launch.
- The Flight Control Package now has optional support for RealChute.
- Bug fixes

0.1.0 Initial Release
- Introduces the Mk1 Flight Control Package.

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