8.3 Medical, Shuttlebays & Recreation

with extended computer simulation capabilities. Virtually any disease progression or physical cellular process can be observed on a theoretical basis, making patient diagnosis more accurate and less time-consuming than in the past. Cryogenic storage units and full tissue incubation modules permit actual sample analysis with sensor resonance imaging, culture growth observation and genetic substructure reconfiguration.

Two intensive-care units are located here, each equipped with advanced biobed technology. Like never before, patient condition can be determined with only a 0.6 percent margin of error, with speed previously seen only at Starfleet Medical Central using the Farrasen Medical Diagnostic Logic System. A primary biobed unit, located in the center of each ICU, utilizes a further overhead sensor array for the study and diagnosis of life forms for which the standard biobed units have not been previously programmed.

A secondary corridor accesses additional recovery rooms, nurse's duty quarters, private examination rooms, a nursery, and obstetric facilities.

Three shuttlebays provide small craft with approach and landing access to the ship. The main bay rests atop the Saucer Module, just aft of the bridge module. Hangar facilities located here can accommodate variously-designed shuttlecraft from across Federation space with the specific fuels and supply replenishments they require.

Shuttlebays Two and Three are located at the rear of the dorsal structure of the Battle Section. Shuttlebay Two, the smallest aboard the ship, is generally used for vessel outer hull maintenance using two shuttlepod spacecraft hangared there. Larger shuttlecraft generally enter through the larger spacedoors of Shuttlebays One or Three.

Shuttle approach and landing facilities are located overlooking the floors of all three shuttlebays, accessible via balcony platforms. Retractable tractor beam units controlled either from the landing control rooms or from free-standing consoles on the shuttlebay floor, aid in shuttle approach.

Galaxy Class vessels, designed primarily for extended deep-space exploration, have been equipped with a wide variety of diversionary options for off-duty crew members and their on-board families. Foremost among these are four main holographic environment simulation facilities, or holodecks, located on Deck 11 of the Saucer Module. Additional personal holographic simulators, much smaller in size, have been installed on Decks 12 and 33.

Using a combination of three-dimensional holographic imagery and manipulated physicalities, the holodeck is capable of recreating any place, time and environment the user wishes. Real and fictional locations can be presented with equal ease, permitting a crew member to act out the role of any historical personality or fictitious character in suitable surroundings. Fabricated personalities, operated as high-tech marionettes via micro-precise forcebeams, interact through computer manipulation and appear to the holodeck user to be actual persons living within the context of the programmed holographic environment. Holodeck programs can be saved in the computer's memory, allowing crew members to re-enter favorite simulations without the need for repeated re-programming.

Gymnasiums, gamerooms, theaters, target simulation ranges and concert facilities are also provided for the use of those aboard ship. For simple gatherings and off-duty socializing, a favorite “watering hole” is the Ten-Forward lounge. Located as the name implies at the forward rim of the Saucer Module's Deck 10, this bar/restaurant provides its patrons with a spectacular row of full-length viewports which can be enjoyed from one's table seat. Synthehol and a wide variety of other beverages from across Federation space are readily available at the bar, as is a selection of small appetizers and light meals.