10.1 Ships: USS Enterprise (Constitution), Space Trawler, Enterprise Shuttlecraft

A Concise Look at Ships and Events: Spaceflight Chronology

2176—At the Rigel XII Mining Complex, an obscure crystal called dilithium is found to contain properties that will revolutionize warp mechanics.

2177—The UFP's most difficult stardates occur at the Babel Conference when a resolution is introduced to dissolve the Federation. Cooler heads prevail and the crisis is resolved.

2178—The introduction of an advanced space trawler class makes it much easier for remote bases and outposts to receive needed raw materials.

2179—R&D improvements in Subspace Radio enable transmissions to reach the velocity of warp 20.

2181—Recent great strides in science and technology are an important reason why many planets now have an optimistic outlook on the future.

2182—Construction begins on the largest class of ships to date, the Constitution Class.

2183—The M-1 computer, using the advanced technology of Duotronics, is designed. Its many flaws result in this prototype being extensively revised.

2184—Largest space rescue ever recovers 600 passengers and crew from unexplored sector.

2186—Dilithium crystals are integrated into a new generation of engines capable of greater velocity, range and thrust. The Sawyer Class scouts are the first ships to incorporate these engines.

2187—In recent years, many of the problems that have plagued the UFP have been solved. The Federation enters its second century stronger than ever.

2188—The heavy cruiser Constitution Class is the largest, most powerful series ever built. It will be the Federation's major series into the 23rd century.

2189—The Eagle Class starliner, using dilithium warp engines, expands the range of Federation tourism.

2190—The USS Wells inexplicably travels through time as it returns from a three year mission in only 33 solar days.

2191—Federation study reports the new generation starships will eventually permit, for the first time, a thorough exploration of all sectors of the UFP's territorial limits.

2192—The Canopus Class of dilithium research ships begin first extensive work on Sagittarian arm of galaxy.

2193—Debris from the exploded USS Ajax is found in the form of a comet. This is the first such incident to occur.

2194—Portsmith Class dilithium destroyers become part of the Federation's first line of defense.

2195—The 25th Starbase begins operations in this hundredth year of these command centers.

2196—Talos Star System is declared off limits for reasons unexplained. General Order #7 states “any transgression . . . shall be punishable by death,” the only Order ever to do so.

2197—Chariot Class dilithium cargo ships greatly increase transportation efficiency by cutting costs and travel time while increasing payloads.

2198—A remarkable weapon system, phasers, undergoes testing. Unlike lasers or particle beam cannons, this new weapon concentrates so much energy on a target it literally disappears.

2199—Large scale extra-galactic probe design study completed based on the speculative theory of “superwarp” velocity.

2200—The Second Earth Centenary Conference is convened with many offering opinions on what the 23rd century holds in store.

Ship Gallery

• Trawler-Cabot Class (2178-2205). Length: 161 m. Weight: 38 mil. kg. Ship's Complement: 25. Propulsion: Second Generation Warp Drive.
• Heavy Scout-Bode Class (2180-2204). Length: 191 m. Weight: 47,000 tons. Ship's Complement: 73. Propulsion: Adv. Third Generation Warp Drive.
• Scout-Hale Class (2177-2198). Length: 120 m. Weight: 9,000 tons. Ship's Complement: 65. Propulsion: Adv. Third Generation Warp Drive.
• USS Enterprise-Constitution Class (2188- ). Length: 300 m. Weight: 172 mil. kg. Ship's Complement: 430. Propulsion: Fourth Generation Warp Drive.
• Scout-Sawyer Class (2186-2203). Length: 79 m. Weight: 24,500 tons. Ship's Complement: 30. Propulsion: Fourth Generation Warp Drive.
• Enterprise Shuttle Craft (2188- ). Length: 6.8 m. Weight: 17,000 kg. Ship's Complement: 7. Propulsion: Impulse Power.
• Destroyer-Portsmith Class (2194- ). Length: 158 m. Weight: 31,600 tons. Ship's Complement: 94. Propulsion: Fourth Generation Warp Drive.
• Adv. Research Ship-Canopus Class (2192- ). Length: 242 m. Weight: 100,500 tons. Ship's Complement: 235. Propulsion: Fourth Generation Warp Drive.
• Star Liner-Eagle Class (2189- ). Length: 250 m. Weight: 101,800 tons. Ship's Complement: 1,000. Propulsion: Fourth Generation Warp Drive.
• Cargo Ship-Chariot Class (2197- ). Length: 165 m. Weight: 45,500 tons. Ship's Complement: 24. Propulsion: Fourth Generation Warp Drive.
• Adv. Star Base (2195- ).
• Extra-Galactic Probe (Design Study) (2199). Length: 125 m. Weight: 25,000 tons. Propulsion: Superwarp.

USS Enterprise: Constitution Class (2188- ) — Warp 8 Cruiser

The flagships of the UFP's exploration program, the famous Enterprise has been involved in the discovery of many new worlds and lifeforms. Integrating all the technological advances of the late 22nd century (dilithium, duotronics, transporter, etc.), these fourth generation warp starships have additionally provided strategic reinforcement for Federation defense. Recently the Enterprise was significantly refitted for a mission of supreme importance to the galaxy.

Specifications

• Length: 300 m
• Beam: 127.1 m
• Draught: 72.6 m
• Mass: 172 million kg
• Engineering Section: length 103.6 m, diameter 34.1 m
• Command/Living Saucer: diameter 127.1 m, draught 32.3 m
• Nacelles: length 153.6 m, diameter 17.3 m

Ship's Complement

• Officers: 43
• Crew: 387
• Standard Ship's Complement: 430

Performance

• Range: Standard 5000 light-years; Maximum 7500 light-years
• Cruising Velocity: Warp 6 (216c)
• Maximum Velocity: Warp 8 (512c)
• Typical Voyage Duration: 5 yrs @ st comp.
• Acceleration: 0 - .99c 35 sec; .99c - warp engage 4.5 sec; Warp 1 - 3 3.5 sec; Warp 3 - 6 2.75 sec; Warp 6 - 8 5.6 sec

Systems Overview

• Navigation: Warp celestial guidance
• Communication: Subspace Radio
• Computers: Duotronic
• Weapons: 3 Laser Banks (uprated to 1 X Phaser in 2200); 400 Photon Torpedoes
• Life Support: Gravity 2 - 1.2 g; Atmosphere 20% O2, 11% humidity
• Sustenance Duration: Up to 20 years if outfitted for long-duration exploration

Engineering and Science

• Engines: Fourth generation warp drive
• Fuel: Dilithium Focus, 1:1 matter to antimatter
• On board Duotronic computer memory stored galaxy's knowledge
• Transporter for ship/surface and ship/ship transfer
• Dilithium focus matter/antimatter warp drive
• Separate living, command, engineering and nacelles for very efficient warp drive

Improvements and Innovations

• Constitution Class ships contain all recent advances in Federation technology: Duotronic computers, transporter, dilithium focus warp drive, phasers, improved shielding, miniature Tricorders, advanced hull design, turbo lifts

Trawler: Cabot Class (2178-2205)

This trawler functioned as a portable refinery, traveling among remote star systems and bases to process a wide range of raw materials, from ore to oil, diamonds to dilithium. With low-warp capability and itineraries extending to the furthest reaches of the known galaxy, the crews of these trawlers would not see home for up to a decade at a time.

Specifications

• Length: 161 m
• Beam: 67.3 m
• Draught: 43.5 m
• Mass: 38 million kg
• Command/Living Section: 46 m x 36.7 m x 20.4 m
• Refining Section: 70.4 m x 49 m x 40 m
• Side Shuttle Bays: 27.5 m x 10 m diameter
• Engine Nacelles: 46 m x 12.4 m diameter

Ship's Complement

• Officers (Captain, Lieutenant, Engineering): 3
• Crew: 22
• Standard Ship's Complement: 25

Performance

• Range: Up to 1500 light-years
• Cruising Velocity: Warp 3.5
• Engines: Advanced 3rd Generation Warp Drive
• Fuel: 1:1 matter to antimatter
• Sample Refining Capability: oil distillation; condritic separation; antimatter extraction; dilithium refining; atmospheric purification

Enterprise Shuttlecraft (2188- )

At least two of these intra-solar craft are carried in the Enterprise's Shuttlecraft bay. With a seven-person capacity, these useful vessels can be employed for both exterior repair work and for excursions beyond standard transportation range. This Shuttlecraft design represents a great improvement in life support capabilities over previous series, and they are still being ordered and manufactured.

Specifications

• Length: 6.8 m
• Beam: 4.1 m
• Draught: 2.3 m
• Mass: 17,000 kg
• Propulsion nacelles: Length 5.1 m, Diameter 0.4 m
• Life Support Interior: 4.5 x 2.2 m x 1.4 m
• Passenger Capacity: 7

Performance

• Range Empty: Interplanetary
• Landing/Takeoff Velocity: 300 knots
• Atmosphere Cruising Velocity: Mach 12 (14,200 km/hr)
• Interplanetary Cruising Velocity: 350 million km/hr
• Engines: Advanced Impulse Power