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1. About the NAM Aerotech - Firefly
Not ready to create military designs, but eager to try out radical ideas, the NAM Aerotech division releases a Multipurpurse utility craft for the farming, domestic, industry and mining sectors.
2. History and Background
Being a Biologist at heart, Melchoir proposed this radical design as NAM's first aircraft.
3. Dimensions and Crew Complement
Organizations Using This Vessel:
Nepleslian Armaments and Munitions
Star Army of Nepleslia
Nepleslian Population
Type: High Manuverability Utility/Mining Pod
Class: Na-02-1a
Designer:
Melchoir and the Aerotech Dudes
Manufacturer: Nepleslian Armaments and Munitions
Production: Mass Production
Crew: 1
Maximum Capacity: 2 Uncomfortably
Appearance: A Space Bumblebee.
Images: Deflated Nanosac, Inflated and Mining.
Length: 6 Meters
Width: 2 Meters (Wings Folded)
Height: 2 Meters
Decks: 1
Mass: 5 Tons
4. Performance Statistics
Speed (STL): 0.6c @ 30 Seconds
Speed (FTL): No Capability
Speed (Aerial): Mach 1.2 @ 60 Seconds
Speed (Water): No Capability
Range (Distance): As far as the pilot can
Range (Support): 3 Days ration/oxygen
Lifespan: 30 Years minimum
Refit Cycle: 1 Year
5. Inside the Firefly
Pilot Sphere: A round transparent ball that contains one seat and the pod controls. The pilot has an almost complete 360* view and there is enough legroom and reclining space inside. Pilots enter and exit from a hatch at the back. A small localized forcefield is in effect around the sphere to protect against radiation, projectile and energy damage. There are catherers under the seat if the pilot needs to do his thing. The sphere is pressurized and oxygenated but it is recommended that the pilot wears a enviromental suit.
Under the pilot's legs is a small storage hatch for personal luggage and supplies. There are 3 computer panels are infront but the CPUs are stored at the back, this gives the pilot a better view unhindered by clutter. With this one can look straight down at a 70* from horizontal to see what the claws are doing. Other visual aids are provided by a holo projector above the pilot's head. The Firefly is controlled by two diagonal joysticks on the left and right of the sphere and two footpedals.
Even when used by experienced beta testers, the micromanagement of the Firefly is a pain in the ass, as not everybody is a natural with flying, let alone flying with two pairs of wings. This prompted the Savtech programming team to automate the wings to have it fly like a traditional craft with one stick. Experienced people can control the left and right wings with their respective joysticks, or configured for rudder on one side and directional movement (strafing) on the other. The pedals control the speeds.
This still doesnt explain how one does extreamly deft movements which require individual controls for each wing as opposed to grouped. The answer is through automation, veteran pilots are suggested to program complicated manuvers into the Savtech and activate them through voice. Then control finer details in-manuver through the sticks.
As for claw usage, it is suggested for the craft to be stationary, if so the twin sticks switch from wing control to claw control. If one needs to use the claw while flying it is recomended to go traditional with one flying stick and one claw stick. You need SPINE if you want to double claw and quad wing at the same time.
6. Ship Systems
Hull: Two inch Durandium with a small reflective layer sandwiched inbetween against small lazer weapons. Strictly not for combat.
UNIV-A Slot: With the bag deflated, the Firefly can sit on it's ass with the Pilot Sphere looking straight up. Good for strapping to hulls and UNV- A Clamps. Found at the back of the base.
MEC Type -C: Upon shield and armor failure, the MEC automatically beheads and cyrofreezes the pilot. The head container is strapped to a homing beacon and jettisoned with a JAM Bottle. Located behind the pilot's seat.
Nano Sac: Composed out of Nanofibers and Chains, This strong sac inflates to store whatever that is needed. Included within is a Nano Digester which filters out unwanted rocks and breaks down ore into smaller pieces for higher compactibality. Located under the abdomen and opens under the base.
Life Support: Temperature regulators and Oxygen recyclers, nothing new here. Located under the Pilot Sphere.
Ion Wings: A jointed pole with an Ion Propulsion Array at the end, highly efficient and fully rotatable allowing for some wicked trust vectoring, VOTL and hovering. Four are joined to the base and tucks under and above the abdomen when not in use.
Anti- Gravity: A small generator is located at the abdomen, it dampens G-Forces and eases flying and cargo carrying when in earth conditions. Located in the abdomen.
Repulsion Shields: Deflects away space dusts and small arms. Can be overcharged for against larger projectiles, but fully drains generator in 1 minute. Located in the abdomen.
Fusion Generator: A compact fusion generator for the power needs of the ship's systems. Located in the abdomen.
Mass Sensors: Provides general scanning of 1/4th of an AU. Has a secondary mode that scans in detail in a short cone area infront of the Firefly, good for analyzing asteroids. Found under the Pilot Sphere.
Communications: Radio and Lazer
Propulsion Tanks/ Landing Gear: Contains the Zenon Ions for powering the Ion Drives, doubles up as a landing gear on the ground. One pair under the base.
Computer: Sub Savtech which is capable of driving the ship rudimentarily. Has an attachment for a Savtech- JANE if you dont want to be bored. The computer is also capable of simplifing the controls for those who are incapable or do not want to micromanage 4 wings.
Weapons:
(2)Hydraulic Claws with mining lazers attached. Used for general manipulation and mining, can carry a 500KG weight with both hands.
Location: Under the base
Primary Purpose: Grabbing objects and cutting out ore from asteroids.
Secondary Purpose: Cutting out pieces of scrap, cutting out pieces of human.
Damage: Small.
Area of Effect: One inch thick beam.
Range: 100m
Rate of Fire: Constant
Payload: As long as generator permits.
(1)Gravitron Gun. Good for hauling ore and cargo (Miner/Industry), Spraying water (Farmer/ Police).
Location: Under the base, in the mouth of the sac.
Primary Purpose: Pulling objects into the sac.
Secondary Purpose: Pushing things out of the sac.
Area of Effect: 50m Cone, can be reduced or concentrated.
Range: 150m at max
Rate of Fire: Constant
Payload: Generator dependant.
Not ready to create military designs, but eager to try out radical ideas, the NAM Aerotech division releases a Multipurpurse utility craft for the farming, domestic, industry and mining sectors.
2. History and Background
Being a Biologist at heart, Melchoir proposed this radical design as NAM's first aircraft.
3. Dimensions and Crew Complement
Organizations Using This Vessel:
Nepleslian Armaments and Munitions
Star Army of Nepleslia
Nepleslian Population
Type: High Manuverability Utility/Mining Pod
Class: Na-02-1a
Designer:
Melchoir and the Aerotech Dudes
Manufacturer: Nepleslian Armaments and Munitions
Production: Mass Production
Crew: 1
Maximum Capacity: 2 Uncomfortably
Appearance: A Space Bumblebee.
Images: Deflated Nanosac, Inflated and Mining.
Length: 6 Meters
Width: 2 Meters (Wings Folded)
Height: 2 Meters
Decks: 1
Mass: 5 Tons
4. Performance Statistics
Speed (STL): 0.6c @ 30 Seconds
Speed (FTL): No Capability
Speed (Aerial): Mach 1.2 @ 60 Seconds
Speed (Water): No Capability
Range (Distance): As far as the pilot can
Range (Support): 3 Days ration/oxygen
Lifespan: 30 Years minimum
Refit Cycle: 1 Year
5. Inside the Firefly
Pilot Sphere: A round transparent ball that contains one seat and the pod controls. The pilot has an almost complete 360* view and there is enough legroom and reclining space inside. Pilots enter and exit from a hatch at the back. A small localized forcefield is in effect around the sphere to protect against radiation, projectile and energy damage. There are catherers under the seat if the pilot needs to do his thing. The sphere is pressurized and oxygenated but it is recommended that the pilot wears a enviromental suit.
Under the pilot's legs is a small storage hatch for personal luggage and supplies. There are 3 computer panels are infront but the CPUs are stored at the back, this gives the pilot a better view unhindered by clutter. With this one can look straight down at a 70* from horizontal to see what the claws are doing. Other visual aids are provided by a holo projector above the pilot's head. The Firefly is controlled by two diagonal joysticks on the left and right of the sphere and two footpedals.
Even when used by experienced beta testers, the micromanagement of the Firefly is a pain in the ass, as not everybody is a natural with flying, let alone flying with two pairs of wings. This prompted the Savtech programming team to automate the wings to have it fly like a traditional craft with one stick. Experienced people can control the left and right wings with their respective joysticks, or configured for rudder on one side and directional movement (strafing) on the other. The pedals control the speeds.
This still doesnt explain how one does extreamly deft movements which require individual controls for each wing as opposed to grouped. The answer is through automation, veteran pilots are suggested to program complicated manuvers into the Savtech and activate them through voice. Then control finer details in-manuver through the sticks.
As for claw usage, it is suggested for the craft to be stationary, if so the twin sticks switch from wing control to claw control. If one needs to use the claw while flying it is recomended to go traditional with one flying stick and one claw stick. You need SPINE if you want to double claw and quad wing at the same time.
6. Ship Systems
Hull: Two inch Durandium with a small reflective layer sandwiched inbetween against small lazer weapons. Strictly not for combat.
UNIV-A Slot: With the bag deflated, the Firefly can sit on it's ass with the Pilot Sphere looking straight up. Good for strapping to hulls and UNV- A Clamps. Found at the back of the base.
MEC Type -C: Upon shield and armor failure, the MEC automatically beheads and cyrofreezes the pilot. The head container is strapped to a homing beacon and jettisoned with a JAM Bottle. Located behind the pilot's seat.
Nano Sac: Composed out of Nanofibers and Chains, This strong sac inflates to store whatever that is needed. Included within is a Nano Digester which filters out unwanted rocks and breaks down ore into smaller pieces for higher compactibality. Located under the abdomen and opens under the base.
Life Support: Temperature regulators and Oxygen recyclers, nothing new here. Located under the Pilot Sphere.
Ion Wings: A jointed pole with an Ion Propulsion Array at the end, highly efficient and fully rotatable allowing for some wicked trust vectoring, VOTL and hovering. Four are joined to the base and tucks under and above the abdomen when not in use.
Anti- Gravity: A small generator is located at the abdomen, it dampens G-Forces and eases flying and cargo carrying when in earth conditions. Located in the abdomen.
Repulsion Shields: Deflects away space dusts and small arms. Can be overcharged for against larger projectiles, but fully drains generator in 1 minute. Located in the abdomen.
Fusion Generator: A compact fusion generator for the power needs of the ship's systems. Located in the abdomen.
Mass Sensors: Provides general scanning of 1/4th of an AU. Has a secondary mode that scans in detail in a short cone area infront of the Firefly, good for analyzing asteroids. Found under the Pilot Sphere.
Communications: Radio and Lazer
Propulsion Tanks/ Landing Gear: Contains the Zenon Ions for powering the Ion Drives, doubles up as a landing gear on the ground. One pair under the base.
Computer: Sub Savtech which is capable of driving the ship rudimentarily. Has an attachment for a Savtech- JANE if you dont want to be bored. The computer is also capable of simplifing the controls for those who are incapable or do not want to micromanage 4 wings.
Weapons:
(2)Hydraulic Claws with mining lazers attached. Used for general manipulation and mining, can carry a 500KG weight with both hands.
Location: Under the base
Primary Purpose: Grabbing objects and cutting out ore from asteroids.
Secondary Purpose: Cutting out pieces of scrap, cutting out pieces of human.
Damage: Small.
Area of Effect: One inch thick beam.
Range: 100m
Rate of Fire: Constant
Payload: As long as generator permits.
(1)Gravitron Gun. Good for hauling ore and cargo (Miner/Industry), Spraying water (Farmer/ Police).
Location: Under the base, in the mouth of the sac.
Primary Purpose: Pulling objects into the sac.
Secondary Purpose: Pushing things out of the sac.
Area of Effect: 50m Cone, can be reduced or concentrated.
Range: 150m at max
Rate of Fire: Constant
Payload: Generator dependant.