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[[File:Sovereign bussard collector.jpg|thumb|{{Class|Sovereign}} ramscoop]] |
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[[File:Bussard collector, 2367.jpg|thumb|{{Class|Galaxy}} Bussard collector]] |
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| − | The '''Bussard collector''', also known as a '''Bussard ramscoop''' or '''ramscoop''', was a device usually attached to the forward end of a [[warp]] [[nacelle]]. The [[Tosk]] variation of the Bussard collector was known as the [[arva node]]. The collector, along with the [[Bussard collection coil]], was called a [[Bussard unit]].({{TNG|Silicon Avatar}} |
+ | The '''Bussard collector''', also known as a '''Bussard ramscoop''' or simply '''ramscoop''', was a device usually attached to the forward end of a [[warp]] [[nacelle]]. The [[Tosk]] variation of the Bussard collector was known as the [[arva node]]. The collector, along with the [[Bussard collection coil]], was called a [[Bussard unit]]. ({{TNG|Silicon Avatar}} ''[[okudagram]]''; {{DS9|Captive Pursuit}}) |
| − | All [[Federation]] [[starship]]s were equipped with Bussard collectors, which were positioned |
+ | All [[Federation]] [[starship]]s were equipped with Bussard collectors, which were optimally positioned to collect interstellar [[particles]]. Collection worked best in regions where particle density was high, such as in [[star system]]s or [[nebula]]e. The Bussard collector normally collected [[hydrogen]], especially [[deuterium]], for fuel replenishment, but could be reconfigured to collect various [[gas]]es like [[sirillium]] and [[plasma]] particles. A Bussard collector could also be reconfigured to expel gases or [[plasma]]. ({{TNG|Samaritan Snare}}) Bussard collectors were not capable of producing [[nadion]] emissions. ({{VOY|The Haunting of Deck Twelve}}) |
| − | Aboard the {{Class|Galaxy}} {{USS|Enterprise|NCC-1701-D|-D}}, in the [[Engineering Systems Database]], there was a folder titled |
+ | Aboard the {{Class|Galaxy}} {{USS|Enterprise|NCC-1701-D|-D}}, in the [[Engineering Systems Database]], there was a folder titled "Bussard Collection Field Operations". This folder contained [[technical manual]]s relevant to the topic. ({{TNG|Booby Trap}} ''[[okudagram]]'') |
==Modification and exceptional uses== |
==Modification and exceptional uses== |
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| − | [[File:Crimson force field.jpg|thumb|left|Bussard collectors expelling |
+ | [[File:Crimson force field.jpg|thumb|left|Bussard collectors expelling hydrogen]] |
| − | In [[2365]], the |
+ | In [[2365]], the USS ''Enterprise''-D's collectors were used to create a harmless pyrotechnic display to deceive the [[Pakled]]s into releasing [[Lieutenant]] [[Geordi La Forge]]. The collectors were set to release hydrogen exhaust, which La Forge claimed to be a "[[crimson force field]]" that would disable the Pakleds' weaponry. ({{TNG|Samaritan Snare}}) |
While trapped in a [[Tyken's Rift]] in [[2367]], the ''Enterprise''-D released large quantities of hydrogen from its Bussard collectors to help some [[Tyken's Rift being|unknown aliens]] create a violent explosion and release themselves. ({{TNG|Night Terrors}}) |
While trapped in a [[Tyken's Rift]] in [[2367]], the ''Enterprise''-D released large quantities of hydrogen from its Bussard collectors to help some [[Tyken's Rift being|unknown aliens]] create a violent explosion and release themselves. ({{TNG|Night Terrors}}) |
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In [[2375]], [[Commander]] [[William T. Riker]] used the {{USS|Enterprise|NCC-1701-E|-E}}'s collectors to gather, and then vent, [[metreon]] gas against attacking [[Son'a]] vessels, a maneuver which Commander La Forge nicknamed the [[Riker Maneuver]]. ({{film|9}}) |
In [[2375]], [[Commander]] [[William T. Riker]] used the {{USS|Enterprise|NCC-1701-E|-E}}'s collectors to gather, and then vent, [[metreon]] gas against attacking [[Son'a]] vessels, a maneuver which Commander La Forge nicknamed the [[Riker Maneuver]]. ({{film|9}}) |
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| − | In [[2376]], {{ |
+ | In [[2376]], ''Voyager''{{'}}s collectors were modified to gather deuterium from a [[J class nebula]]. ({{VOY|Unforgettable|The Haunting of Deck Twelve}}) |
| − | {{bginfo|According to the ''[[Star Trek: The Next Generation Technical Manual]]'', the main function of a [[Starfleet]] Bussard collector |
+ | {{bginfo|According to the ''[[Star Trek: The Next Generation Technical Manual]]'', the main function of a [[Starfleet]] Bussard collector was to collect interstellar hydrogen atoms for fuel replenishment. The device consisted of a set of coils which generated a magnetic field. Collected gases were compressed and stored in holding tanks.|The [[alternate reality]] {{USS|Enterprise|alternate reality}} is described as having Bussard collectors in ''[[Star Trek - The Art of the Film]]''. Concept art indicates the collectors' revolving blades creating an energy field that collects particles, and a set of inner support rings reminiscent of the {{w|fresnel lens}}.|The basic principles behind the Bussard collector came from {{w|Robert W. Bussard}}'s design of the {{w|Bussard ramjet}}, a propulsion system meant for interstellar spaceflight. (''[[Star Trek Encyclopedia]]'')}} |
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| + | *{{mbeta}} |
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| + | *{{Wikipedia}} |
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Revision as of 22:06, 4 January 2016
USS Enterprise Bussard collector
Sovereign-class ramscoop
Galaxy-class Bussard collector
The Bussard collector, also known as a Bussard ramscoop or simply ramscoop, was a device usually attached to the forward end of a warp nacelle. The Tosk variation of the Bussard collector was known as the arva node. The collector, along with the Bussard collection coil, was called a Bussard unit. (TNG: "Silicon Avatar" okudagram; DS9: "Captive Pursuit")
All Federation starships were equipped with Bussard collectors, which were optimally positioned to collect interstellar particles. Collection worked best in regions where particle density was high, such as in star systems or nebulae. The Bussard collector normally collected hydrogen, especially deuterium, for fuel replenishment, but could be reconfigured to collect various gases like sirillium and plasma particles. A Bussard collector could also be reconfigured to expel gases or plasma. (TNG: "Samaritan Snare") Bussard collectors were not capable of producing nadion emissions. (VOY: "The Haunting of Deck Twelve")
Aboard the Galaxy-class USS Enterprise-D, in the Engineering Systems Database, there was a folder titled "Bussard Collection Field Operations". This folder contained technical manuals relevant to the topic. (TNG: "Booby Trap" okudagram)
Modification and exceptional uses
Bussard collectors expelling hydrogen
In 2365, the USS Enterprise-D's collectors were used to create a harmless pyrotechnic display to deceive the Pakleds into releasing Lieutenant Geordi La Forge. The collectors were set to release hydrogen exhaust, which La Forge claimed to be a "crimson force field" that would disable the Pakleds' weaponry. (TNG: "Samaritan Snare")
While trapped in a Tyken's Rift in 2367, the Enterprise-D released large quantities of hydrogen from its Bussard collectors to help some unknown aliens create a violent explosion and release themselves. (TNG: "Night Terrors")
In 2373, USS Voyager's collectors were used to gather the sirillium from a class 17 nebula. It was described that they would "cut through that nebula like ice cream scoops." (VOY: "Flashback") They were modified to gather plasma particles from an astral eddy. (VOY: "Real Life")
In 2374, Seven of Nine determined that the collectors of an Intrepid-class starship were less than optimal. She performed a series of modifications that enhanced them by twenty-three percent. (VOY: "Unforgettable")
In 2375, Commander William T. Riker used the USS Enterprise-E's collectors to gather, and then vent, metreon gas against attacking Son'a vessels, a maneuver which Commander La Forge nicknamed the Riker Maneuver. (Star Trek: Insurrection)
In 2376, Voyager's collectors were modified to gather deuterium from a J class nebula. (VOY: "Unforgettable", "The Haunting of Deck Twelve")
External links
- Bussard collector at Memory Beta, the wiki for licensed Star Trek works
- Bussard collector at Wikipedia