Author: Navarch Leviathan Object Type:Liberty Insurgency Technology - Military Grade Security Class: N.A PRIVATE DO NOT ACCESS
RESTORATION PROJECT
Judicator-Class Cruiser
STATUS: Secured - Secundus
Date of Construction: 823-825
Origins: Hellfire Legion
Vessel Class: Cruiser - Patrol Carrier
Captured: 834 A.S.
Past Owners: Pirates, Insurgents.
1. GENERAL OVERVIEW
In accordance with documentation procedures outlined by the Directorate involving any projects that touch upon hybridization technology be thoroughly documented at all times, the following project file has been established on a closed server under the direct control of Navarch Leviathan.
The purpose of this document covers the examination and restoration process of the cruiser 'INS-Subjugator' - Henceforth rechristened under the name 'Halcyon'. This project has been launched by Navarch Leviathan, to provide himself and his immediate staff a Mobile Command Center and rapid deployment platform in response to the ever-growing need for the Achlys as a defensive platform at Hardpoint Zero.
Staff have been allocated for analysis and stabilization of the vessel's structure in the post-action phase of its acquisition. Given that its procurement was not planned or expected. The Navarch wishes to make the best of this recovery, and restore this relic of his past into working order.
The preliminary status report is as follows:
- The primary engine housing and three Liberty-based fusion engines were completely destroyed. Afterburner system was destroyed in the process.
- Deck three has been completely depressurized as a result of an internal blast caused by close quarters combat, and the reckless use of explosives by one of the parties involved.
- The communications array has been dismantled and repurposed for power conduit jury-rigging by its former crew.
- Weapon capacitors have been overloaded and require an overhaul - or complete replacement.
- The external hull is covered in battle scoring and blast marks. Several sections of panels had taken direct hits which were never addressed over the years of its independent operation, with some being recently created as a result of the boarding operation.
- The internal superstructure is under tremendous strain as a result of a lack of proper maintenance beyond field repairs for an indefinite amount of time.
- The internal plumbing system appears to be suffering from decay and has several leaks that have been diverted to sections of the brig.
- The avionics and computer systems are fractured and operating at minimal capacity.
- The primary reactor is off-line, and the vessel has been running on emergency power since arriving at Secundus. Steady fuel shipments via Draugr have kept the generator operational.
With this outlined, the task of restoration will not only be lengthy, but costly. The ongoing business with the local AI will likely provide many answers to the issues facing this project. Including the recovery of an old power cell, which we can convert into a new power source for the vessel. The AI have graciously provided us access to the drydock present at Secundus for the project, and the Pytheas under Venator Serapis is lending laboratory and engineering support with its staff to bolster Leviathan's requested reinforcements.
Logistical cost of the project will be outlined in a future report.
FILE COMMENTS: Notes
The Judicator is an unusual vessel, filling a rather particular role in the Legion's arsenal as a backline support craft. In lieu of major carriers, or enough Arbiters to strategically encircle key Navy positions, the Judicator was put into service to fill the gap. Though it wasn't without its few flaws, and even failed proposals. Be it a comparable weapon to the 'Star Lance' on the Archer, or specialized pods for atmospheric entry - the engineers on Leniex were looking to give their people another edge in combat.
No, that isn't a knife joke.
What the end result became was a series of variants on a platform built for cost-effectiveness. A small carrier. Small enough to navigate the backwaters of the Independent Worlds, and the nebulas and asteroid belts of the core Republic systems. What they lack in aesthetic design, it made up for in firepower and a carrier bay larger than other ships of its weight class. Not unlike a Geb in its earlier, heavier renditions as well.
It's my hope that this project will turn the outcome of my capture into something worthwhile. Something akin to my old mobile facility, in which I can support my people in a more direct and mobile fashion. The familiarity I have with this hardware and this vessel goes back to my time in the Legion itself. I recall its final designs hitting the board, and the many iterations I mentioned before.
2. LOGISTICAL COST ANALYSIS FOR MULTI-PHASE RESTORATION
Pursuant to the outlined requirements of documentation of all financial records involved in the restoration and modification of Project: Halcyon, a financial analysis in regards to the acquisition and transportations of materials and components, as well as maintaining personnel during the reconstruction of key systems. This includes outlining the cost of life-related materials such as rations, water packs and fresh oxygen for continued operation.
Note: All estimates outlined below are just such - estimates, and not exact projections of final cost. Rather an outline of funds to be allocated and to where.
Estimated Phase I raw material cost: 4,500,000cr
Estimated Phase I computer integration process cost: 65,000cr
Estimated Phase I Superstructure repair and reinforcement cost: 465,000cr
Estimated Phase I general supply cost per bi-weekly requisition: 30,000cr/mo
Estimated Phase I internal restoration process cost: 200,000cr
Estimated Phase II raw material cost: 3,000,000cr
Estimated Phase II propulsion redesign cost, including prototype development on Pytheas: 10,000,000cr+
Estimated Phase II Reactor development cost, including installation of existing Technocrat-specific hardware: 5,000,000cr+
Estimated Phase II AI Hardware integration cost: 1,250,000cr
Estimated Phase II Weaponry integration and capacitor restoration cost: 900,000cr
Estimated Phase II Crew reinforcement cost: 25,000cr
Estimated Phase II general supply cost per bi-weekly requisition: 43,000cr/mo
Estimated Phase III raw material cost: 1,250,000cr
Estimated Phase III initial fuel projections: 150,000cr (*pre and post testing phase considered)
Estimated Phase III 'shakedown' cost: TBD
Estimated Phase III Reduction efforts in favor of automation: 140,000cr
Estimated Phase III general supply cost per bi-weekly requisition: 30,000cr/mo
Analysis projects a significant cost, given the intent to push the limits of the foundation of Project: Halcyon as far as possible. Given the high investment, the Navarch is dedicating a sizable number of funds from his personal account to substitute the cost of the initial prototype. A model is being outlined by the Navarch alongside the R&D personnel currently on loan from Pytheas that - once on paper - will provide us an opportunity to give a more thorough analysis on the expected cost of revamping such an unusual propulsion system.
Further financial information will be identified and documented should it arise in future reports.
The Halcyon by all accounts wouldn't have been considered a space-worthy ship under appropriate inspection circumstances at the time of its recovery. An entire deck had been considered unlivable. Its hull plating was broken and blasted open with holes and dents from both its service period and time in the hands of the Rogues. The entire third deck as specified was torn apart, suffering even further damage amidst the fighting on board when the ship was recovered. The events of its journey to the depths of the Omicrons had further strained its already weakened superstructure, and much of that infrastructure was exposed in places where the aforementioned plating had been destroyed.
The exterior superficial appearance almost made it look completely wrecked, with most of its paint having been worn off or stripped over the years. The interior had not been much better, with fresh scars from the firefights that had broken out on board. Sections of the floor and wall paneling had rusted from a lack of maintenance, and some of the rooms were completely cut off from power and oxygen in order to preserve the vessel's lifespan and ensure function in key areas such as the main corridor, hangar, bridge and general quarters. Power seemed to be getting routed manually at the discretion of the crew on board and their needs.
The nature of Secundus and its current capabilities have posed a number of difficulties and benefits when its come to the initial phase of stabilizing the vessel. Resources from the Pytheas and work over the past few months has resulted in much of the outlined exterior hull being patched, with a full restoration of the interior currently underway. Panels inside have been stripped out to fully assess the vessel's superstructure, and address the power deficiencies that had been identified with rigorous conduit testing.
Unfortunately, we've yet to be able to fabricate the necessary components to replace the current reactor, and have been resorting to short bouts of work to prevent further strain on the deteriorating core. Furthermore, we've yet to make any progress on repairing the primary propulsion system, and are still completely reliant on maneuvering thrusters with short controlled bursts to make any needed adjustments in the bay. Outlined below are the scans taken from the Pytheas, with the aid of Venator Serapis.
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Engine Structural Update 1
>:: Initial scans of the stern have shown that it has completely been demolished as a result of a corona beam cutting through the weakened plating to the engine's coolant system. The already overworked engines were disabled as a result of a capacitor failure, and the reaction to an unsuspected attack from the reported Bounty Hunters had the Rogues overload their engines in an attempt to flee before maintenance had been completed.
The bulk of the main thrusters have been completely demolished, and lost in the nebulae in Copernicus. As a result, replacements from salvage operations are necessary to begin the first stages of reconstruction. If salvage cannot be acquired, reproductions should be investigated as swiftly as possible. The reported output of the Judicator's fusion engines were quite high, and the adaptation process to an Ionstream-based system will require some foundational work on the restorative end.
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Engine Structural Update 2
>:: The second pass with the Pytheas revealed some severe damage on the primary struts of the engine housing. While the tertiary engines remain operational and unscathed, the overall propulsion drive has been completely demolished. The depths of the impact were only revealed after deep analysis, and it's suspected that the entire stern of the vessel will need to be stripped down and rebuilt.
The structural integrity has remained in question and under constant observation as work continues within the Halcyon's interior as teams are pushing to clear the remaining debris from the engineering room. Fire damage had completely demolished all of the systems within the primary deck and secondary deck, and it's unlikely anything short of a full restoration of these consoles can be done in the process of repairing the ship. The housing however does offer ample space, and the potential to rebuild the stern will accommodate any upgrades or changes the Navarch wishes to make.
The team is currently aware that the Pytheas has been slated for reassignment back to the Omegas, and are awaiting further resources to continue the project. We await the Navarch's decision on how to proceed with limited logistical access.
Lastly, the team is also aware that the provided components fall under classification levels that some of the staff currently do not have access to, and that the necessary oversight to continue working with such technologies requires the Navarch be present at the time of installation. The security team that has been assigned to guard these components has been incredibly strict about this, and warned of severe punishment if the contents of the materials are in any way compromised.
I've taken the liberty of reviewing many of my older refit projects and prototypes that've since been developed in my absence. In particular, I've been combing every archive for whatever material relating to hybridized power generation we might have. Even went the extra mile to speak to one of the Vagrants about how their kind manipulates energy, and whether they actually know anything about these old cells. Granted that was a couple months ago, but I've been mulling over just how best to make this investment more worthwhile.
Using what I could find, I've come up with a prototype design for a two-form solar ionization reactor to pull its power from the cell directly. An enclosed system. Self contained, with all the moving pieces and dangerous components safely tucked away behind several feet of protective, blast-proof materials. The overall weight of something like that is going to increase mass quite exponentially, so I've been looking at lighter, alternative materials to fit the bill and make up the difference.
The benefit to a full rework of the interior is that we could gut a few unused rooms, make up the personnel deficiency with drones and have the space needed to house the design. However, I'd rather stick to the plan of adapting it to the existing housing as best as we possibly can manage. Ideally if this works, we might be able to apply the same design theory to similar circumstances for future projects, or larger scale deployments. The receiver units are also a matter of debate, given the high temperatures they'll need to constantly withstand to minimize loss of intake. The broad spectrum of solar energy that'll pass through will require constant monitoring. Cracks could lead to a similar implosion with my initial prototype ten years prior.
The Ionstream already relies on a similar system to operate, albeit lacking the addition of the aforementioned power cell. Integration into the propulsion should be seamless, provided all of our capacitors are in order.
Though as usual, I'm getting ahead of myself.
While the centrifuge of the Judicator isn't quite enough to produce a real gravitational field, there's enough output to create a magnetic field to handle particle management, and with the right electrical currents applied, we can harmonize alongside the solar receptors to harness more accurate production values and consistent results. A more refined control over the previous system. Though the application in the field of hybridization requires that all possible contingencies be applied. Cooling management will be crucial of all small components involved, given the ridiculously high temperatures they'll be subjected to. It's likely that various spare components will need to be on hand during trial phases.
I'll be looking into material costs for this phase over the coming weeks, including the assistance of ALG in securing salvaged Judicator-Class components. The primary focus remains interior and exterior structural integrity reinforcing and repair.
Initially when I was first told of the Lightrider project, I admit I found it fascinating. Seeing it evolve over the years into what became the mainline Ionstream series inspired further innovation on the project, giving way to variants and other shelved prototypes all following the same unified theory. Utilizing less to gain more, in essence.
What challenges have presented themselves here is already outlined in my previous notes. Adapting what we've already got to what we're currently working on. The Judicator's propulsion system is an unnecessarily complex mess, and I often question why certain decisions were made in regards to the centrifuge-mounted engine arrays.
Though despite these challenges, there remains even more potential for improvement. Outlining the concerns for increased mass with the proposed reactor modifications, we can reduce mass by completely gutting the rotating engine system, and replacing it with a custom built Ionstream emitter. This'll reduce mass and reduce the number of moving components involved in the operation of these secondary engines.
The primary drive on the other hand will require a full rework. Ideally, the collected energy from the reactor - primarily the accelerated gasses that've experienced sufficient exposure to the cell itself, condensed and utilized much like our current system. The reduction of components in the centrifuge engine housing in turn will allow for the addition of a stabilization field to better direct thrust output utilizing the electrified magnetization produced from the vessel's 'unique' rotating centrifuge.
Given the outlined structural damage, we've been left with a blank canvas on how best to approach the design and installation of the drive itself. Existing coolant systems left over from the vessel's previous Liberty-based fusion engine can be adapted to purpose, but I'd recommend they too be removed and replaced with a more modern system in line with the needs specified in the Ionstream's makeup.
The drive itself with the added bonus of condensed gasses from the reactor's overflow should lead to a reduced fuel consumption rate overall, increasing efficiency margins by a meagre yet meaningful 12.6%. With that in mind if testing proves to be successful, adaptation of this design on a smaller scale should be considered to further improve the overall efficiency of craft utilized by the wider Technocracy.
I'm currently drafting up modified thruster nozzles for this, as the current ones are long overdue for maintenance and likely on their way out. They're not up to the needs of a modified system.
In fact, the next design is likely going to be a fusion of the two output methods, with the addition of the aforementioned stabilization field.
I've tasked my field units in the region with probing the logistical lines of our enemies for materials that could be useful to cutting costs. It came to me as I did the very same, 'convincing' a Core transport to redirect its cargo to a place some of our people could secure it. The Molybdenum acquired will save us some credits on nozzle manufacturing for the thrusters during our effort to reconstruct the propulsion system.
Unfortunately, the Order vessel I had caught moments before was less willing to cooperate, and destroyed the goods it was transporting. They made their decision, and we'll have no problems reducing the effectiveness of the logistical webs our enemies in the Core and Order have woven. This is a good opportunity to monitor imports, exports and do a hopefully meaningful amount of hindering damage in the short term.
Operatives in the field have been instructed to redirect cargo from vessels they detain or destroy to Bay 7 at the Freeport, offload it onto the Granite, and prep it for transport to Secundus. Materials that can be used at later stages will be shipped to Wichter on the Sardonyx, once we obtain confirmation and permission from Giraud.
[23.01.2025 17:32:30] A/)-Leviathan: My, my.
[23.01.2025 17:32:43] A/)-Leviathan: Cut your engines, friend.
[23.01.2025 17:33:09] AT-Velocity: Huh
[23.01.2025 17:33:30] A/)-Leviathan: Hmm. What's The Order doing with this cargo?
[23.01.2025 17:33:45] AT-Velocity: You really do not need know that
[23.01.2025 17:33:52] AT-Velocity: What will it be Technocrat?
[23.01.2025 17:34:12] A/)-Leviathan: It's very much my business. I don't think you want to risk the life of your team for a bit of information, hm?
[23.01.2025 17:35:26] AT-Velocity: I believe my crew knew the risks
[23.01.2025 17:36:09] A/)-Leviathan: If that's what you wish, then... A shame. I had hoped we could have a more civilized discussion.
[23.01.2025 17:36:16] A/)-Leviathan: *Sighing* Arming weapons.
[23.01.2025 17:40:14] AT-Velocity died to A/)-Leviathan (100%)
[23.01.2025 17:40:14] A/)-Leviathan: A shame, indeed.
[23.01.2025 17:41:10] A/)-Leviathan: They were transporting some type of computer hardware.
[23.01.2025 17:41:23] A/)-Leviathan: They weren't keen on divulging why or to what purpose.
[23.01.2025 17:41:39] A/)-Leviathan: Moving back.
[23.01.2025 17:41:42] A/)-ACV-Archangel: Y: The order, always cryptic and secretive, even if it means death.
[23.01.2025 17:41:46] A/)-Leviathan: Come. Let's monitor traffic.
[23.01.2025 17:42:41] A/)-Leviathan: Aha.
[23.01.2025 17:43:10] A/)-Leviathan: I do love thrashing the mercenary economy up here.
[23.01.2025 17:43:34] A/)-Leviathan: I'll give you a choice, Captain.
[23.01.2025 17:43:43] APM-Altair.: I'm listening.
[23.01.2025 17:44:03] A/)-ACV-Archangel: Y: We will be blocking the rift. If it tries to flee, we will stop it.
[23.01.2025 17:44:52] A/)-Leviathan: Redirect your cargo to the Freeport, offload it onto Bay 7, and I won't hinder your operations.
[23.01.2025 17:45:00] A/)-Leviathan: Understood?
[23.01.2025 17:45:10] APM-Altair.: Which Freeport?
[23.01.2025 17:45:12] A/)-Leviathan: 11.
[23.01.2025 17:45:37] APM-Altair.: Hmm, I suppose that is my only choice.
[23.01.2025 17:45:42] APM-Altair.: Very well.
[23.01.2025 17:45:49] A/)-Leviathan: It's better than what The Order just had.
[23.01.2025 17:45:54] A/)-Leviathan: Let's go.
[23.01.2025 17:46:09] A/)-Leviathan: Archangel, continue to monitor traffic and keep me updated.
[23.01.2025 17:46:16] APM-Altair.: In my eyes, between you and them, there is zero difference.
[23.01.2025 17:46:17] A/)-ACV-Archangel: Y: Understood.
[23.01.2025 17:46:53] A/)-Leviathan: I disagree. The Order wouldn't give you a choice to preserve your life.
[23.01.2025 17:47:05] A/)-Leviathan: They wouldn't even preserve their own.
[23.01.2025 17:47:26] APM-Altair.: And did you offered that choice because you care even a little about my life.. or you want the cargo intact?
[23.01.2025 17:47:36] A/)-Leviathan: A little column A, a little column B.
[23.01.2025 17:48:18] A/)-Leviathan: Would you have rather burning it and taking a particle blast, instead?
[23.01.2025 17:48:59] APM-Altair.: Naturally not, I only have one life and care about my crew.. But atleast don't do like you wouldn't blasted us into pieces if -
[23.01.2025 17:49:05] APM-Altair.: you could take away our cargo before.
[23.01.2025 17:49:26] A/)-Leviathan: I'd still give you the choice.
[23.01.2025 17:49:51] APM-Altair.: Indeed, you did.
[23.01.2025 17:50:46] A/)-Leviathan: I don't need to remind you of the consequences if you deviate, so let's keep this friendly.
[23.01.2025 17:51:35] APM-Altair.: You don't have to, this is not my first hijacking, sadly. Well, atleast I have everything recorded and the boss can't say I -
[23.01.2025 17:51:42] APM-Altair.: help terrorists like yourself.
[23.01.2025 17:51:55] A/)-Leviathan: You can tell whichever Guildmaster there is that I said hello personally, if you'd like.
[23.01.2025 17:52:38] APM-Altair.: Yeah, because a simple transport captain meets them on daily basis.. man.. really..
[23.01.2025 17:53:04] A/)-Leviathan: Tsk. A bit of a joke.
[23.01.2025 17:53:16] A/)-Leviathan: I appreciate the cooperation, Captain.
[23.01.2025 17:53:21] APM-Altair.: So bay 7, right?
[23.01.2025 17:53:23] A/)-Leviathan: Mhm.
[23.01.2025 17:53:28] A/)-Leviathan: Let's hope we don't have to meet again.
[23.01.2025 17:54:26] A/)-Leviathan: That cargo is going to go a long way.
[23.01.2025 17:54:45] A/)-Leviathan: Much obliged.
[23.01.2025 17:54:53] A/)-Leviathan: Rethink your career.
[23.01.2025 17:54:54] APM-Altair.: Cargo offloaded to bay 7.