Fringian Sensor Buoy
A Sensor Buoy is a type of orbital platform utilized within the Distant Fringe region.
- It is a specialized type of smallcraft.
- Please also see AAB article: Ships of the Distant Fringe.
Description (Specifications)
The term Sensor Buoy is extremely generic but generally indicates a powered platform, run by its onboard computers and equipped with sensor systems. They are placed into stable orbital positions within a system, typically in orbit around secondary worlds, within lagrange points and orbiting gas giants.
- Sensor Buoys may be deployed in groups. They may use their onboard commo gear to exchange navigation and sensor data.
- Groups of sensor buoys, in communication with one another and working together against a specific target, exponentially increase their mutual sensor detection capability.
- Sensor buoys are often armed.
Selected Example Classes
History & Background (Dossier)
Sensor Buoys may include emergency facilities for spacefarers in distress. They are generally unmanned though many do have limited crew facilities. They may be visited by maintenance and supply teams on an occasional basis.
Sensor Buoys may be utilized in a variety of roles, including navigation, defense, communications, resource exploration, and a wide variety of scientific research. The onboard sensor suites may include specialized instruments suitable for the task.
Image Repository
A Sentinel class Missile Platform.
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