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ACS-301 Modular Probe Droids
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Intent: Make neat droids
Development Thread: As Needed
Manufacturer: ArmaTech Combat Systems
Model: Mk1
Affiliation: ArmaTech Combat Systems
Modularity: Yes they come in Several Different Models as well as having replacement parts
Production: Minor
Material: Droid Components, Terenthium Plating
Classification: Class Four (Class Two: Engineer)
Weight: 5 Kilograms Probe (5 Kilogram Control Node)
Height: 35cm
Movement: Repulsorlift
Armaments:
Observer
Protector
The Probes are not independently operated or capable of functioning alone. This is because of their support nature and the processors that had to be stripped from them in order to allow them to be so small and contain the systems they did. Effectively the Control Node is a severely miniaturized Droid Control Computer. If its signal becomes jammed, it is destroyed, or the droids go beyond their range, they become disabled. The Control Node only has the processing power to control four Drones. Any more renders them sluggish and prone to crashing. It can however operate different models allowing an operator to mix and match the drones that will be following them.
The drones themselves are unable to act without some direction, though they can understand non-verbal ques and verbal orders given to them by their controller. The controller doesn't have to mess with or actively operate the node, only have it on their person in order to give orders to the droids, and often a soldier would connect them to a comm channel in order to issue orders to them. Because they have a fairly limited range they must accompany the soldier they are assigned with for the most part. Finally, they have no real armor. If they are fired upon and struck, most likely, they are dead or disabled.
Observer
The Observer Model is built for just that, to observe and report its findings back to its controller or HQ. Coated with a down-graded sensor blocking Reflec its harder to detect, but not impossible, and its still visible to the naked eye. Normally people don't take notice or active seek out small unarmed droids during a battle, so the Sensor Signature Reduction is enough to keep them from serious notice. Lacking weapons of its own, it makes use of a miniaturized Droid Brain, a set of sensor equipment, mapping system, and a short range laser target designator, only functional for about 100 meters. This can be used to guide airstrikes, cruise missiles and other laser guided systems. Its not 100% accurate, nor does it guarantee a successful strike. Lacking weapons its communication range is boosted to one kilometer, ten times that of the other models, allowing it to scout further ahead of the control node than any other model.
Engineer
The Engineer Model is made to assist in minor feats of engineering and repair, essentially a down-graded hovering Astromech droid. Using manipulator arms, like those found on an Astromech droid it can make minor field repairs to electronics, and it features a Fusion Cutter to assist in this as well. A multi-tool set enables the droid to take measurements and diagnostics from computers and data-terminals. Even still, it is a down-graded astromech and isn't meant to be the only repair droid on the scene, but to assist an actual Engineer during a project. Its programming can be changed to mission specific schematics of vehicles or electronics, otherwise it is limited to more generalized knowledge of electronics. This model has a range of 100 meters from the control node.
Protector
The Protector Model. For those who get shot at a lot. Simple and effective it provides moderate protection across a small area for those nearby. The shield itself does not discriminate who is protected by it. Rather than the personal settings of the Icon-class Shield, this version is expanded, covering a two meter radius, however it is weaker, only about half as effective. It is impossible to shoot through the shield, either inside or outside, meaning that while it provides protection, it also limits offense. The Droid is programmed to remain within a meter of its selected controller and will only power on the shield if commanded to do so, meaning that sneak attacks are still very effective as are snipers. This model has a range of 100 meters from the control node.
Destroyer and Hunter
The weapon fitted Destroyer and Hunter Probes are designed to provide some level of fire support or protection for an officer. The probes operate on the same programming as B1 or OOM battle droid, simplistic, able to function, but nothing fancy. Armed with small weapons, such as pistols, wrist weapons, or under-barrel weapons they are fairly lightly armed. Mainly they are used to fire upon enemies without endangering the biological units controlling them. These models have a range of 100 meters from the control node.
Primary Source: http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/DRK-1_Dark_Eye_probe_droid
Intent: Make neat droids
Development Thread: As Needed
Manufacturer: ArmaTech Combat Systems
Model: Mk1
Affiliation: ArmaTech Combat Systems
Modularity: Yes they come in Several Different Models as well as having replacement parts
Production: Minor
Material: Droid Components, Terenthium Plating
Classification: Class Four (Class Two: Engineer)
Weight: 5 Kilograms Probe (5 Kilogram Control Node)
Height: 35cm
Movement: Repulsorlift
Armaments:
Observer
- None
Protector
- Icon-Class Personal Energy Shield (Expanded to cover 2 Meter Radius)
- Miniature Rockets (4; comparable to the MM9)
- Can be equipped with any One Pistol, Under-Barrel Weapon, or Wrist Weapon
- Audio/Visual Recorder with Playback
- Photoreceptor (1; Central)
- Laser Target Designator (Observer Model Only)
- Reflec (Observer Model Only)
- Sonar Mapper (Observer Model Only)
- Multi-Frequency Targeting and Acquisition System (Armed Models Only)
- Multi-Spectral Target Assessor (Armed Models Only)
- Internal Weapon Targeting System (Armed Models Only)
- Broadband Antenna (connected to Control Node)
- Rangefinder
- Macrobinoculars (x10)
- Sensors (Visual, Motion, Thermal, Audio)
- Scanners (Infrared, Radar, X-Ray)
- Encrypted Internal Comm-Link
The Probes are not independently operated or capable of functioning alone. This is because of their support nature and the processors that had to be stripped from them in order to allow them to be so small and contain the systems they did. Effectively the Control Node is a severely miniaturized Droid Control Computer. If its signal becomes jammed, it is destroyed, or the droids go beyond their range, they become disabled. The Control Node only has the processing power to control four Drones. Any more renders them sluggish and prone to crashing. It can however operate different models allowing an operator to mix and match the drones that will be following them.
The drones themselves are unable to act without some direction, though they can understand non-verbal ques and verbal orders given to them by their controller. The controller doesn't have to mess with or actively operate the node, only have it on their person in order to give orders to the droids, and often a soldier would connect them to a comm channel in order to issue orders to them. Because they have a fairly limited range they must accompany the soldier they are assigned with for the most part. Finally, they have no real armor. If they are fired upon and struck, most likely, they are dead or disabled.
Observer
The Observer Model is built for just that, to observe and report its findings back to its controller or HQ. Coated with a down-graded sensor blocking Reflec its harder to detect, but not impossible, and its still visible to the naked eye. Normally people don't take notice or active seek out small unarmed droids during a battle, so the Sensor Signature Reduction is enough to keep them from serious notice. Lacking weapons of its own, it makes use of a miniaturized Droid Brain, a set of sensor equipment, mapping system, and a short range laser target designator, only functional for about 100 meters. This can be used to guide airstrikes, cruise missiles and other laser guided systems. Its not 100% accurate, nor does it guarantee a successful strike. Lacking weapons its communication range is boosted to one kilometer, ten times that of the other models, allowing it to scout further ahead of the control node than any other model.
Engineer
The Engineer Model is made to assist in minor feats of engineering and repair, essentially a down-graded hovering Astromech droid. Using manipulator arms, like those found on an Astromech droid it can make minor field repairs to electronics, and it features a Fusion Cutter to assist in this as well. A multi-tool set enables the droid to take measurements and diagnostics from computers and data-terminals. Even still, it is a down-graded astromech and isn't meant to be the only repair droid on the scene, but to assist an actual Engineer during a project. Its programming can be changed to mission specific schematics of vehicles or electronics, otherwise it is limited to more generalized knowledge of electronics. This model has a range of 100 meters from the control node.
Protector
The Protector Model. For those who get shot at a lot. Simple and effective it provides moderate protection across a small area for those nearby. The shield itself does not discriminate who is protected by it. Rather than the personal settings of the Icon-class Shield, this version is expanded, covering a two meter radius, however it is weaker, only about half as effective. It is impossible to shoot through the shield, either inside or outside, meaning that while it provides protection, it also limits offense. The Droid is programmed to remain within a meter of its selected controller and will only power on the shield if commanded to do so, meaning that sneak attacks are still very effective as are snipers. This model has a range of 100 meters from the control node.
Destroyer and Hunter
The weapon fitted Destroyer and Hunter Probes are designed to provide some level of fire support or protection for an officer. The probes operate on the same programming as B1 or OOM battle droid, simplistic, able to function, but nothing fancy. Armed with small weapons, such as pistols, wrist weapons, or under-barrel weapons they are fairly lightly armed. Mainly they are used to fire upon enemies without endangering the biological units controlling them. These models have a range of 100 meters from the control node.
Primary Source: http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/DRK-1_Dark_Eye_probe_droid
