V28 Void Piercer

The V28 Void piercer is a state-of-the-art deep-space mining vessel designed for extended operations in asteroid belts, ice moons, and uninhabitable planets rich in valuable minerals. Manufactured by Celstrum Dynamics, this modular mining ship is renowned for its resilience, efficiency, and adaptability across various mining environments.

Power Generation

Powered by Trion-V Plasma Drives, capable of steady acceleration for inter-system travel. Equipped with Gravitic Stabilizers, ensuring precision maneuvering in zero-gravity fields like asteroid clusters. Backup Ion Thrusters for emergency propulsion.

Propulsion

Constructed from CarboSteel alloy, a blend of carbon nanotubes and reinforced steel for extreme durability against asteroid impacts and corrosive atmospheres. Outer hull features Radiant Deflector Panels, which protect the ship from intense radiation near stars or volatile mining zones

Weapons & Armament

Mining Tools

Tri-Core Plasma Drills: Three extendable plasma drills capable of melting through the densest ore veins. Each drill operates independently, allowing simultaneous mining of multiple deposits.
Particle Pulverizers: Small-scale grinders that crush extracted material into manageable sizes.
Gravity Grapplers: Magnetic appendages used to secure and stabilize asteroids for mining operations.
Ore Extractor Beams: High-efficiency beams capable of vaporizing surface material to reach deeper layers of ore without wasting resources.

Armor and defense

While primarily a mining vessel, the Void Piercer is not defenseless. Operating in lawless sectors of space often necessitates basic defensive measures:
Kinetic Turrets: Dual-mounted railguns for fending off pirate attacks or small hostile vessels.
Energy Shields: Moderate-grade shields to protect against small-scale laser fire or micro-meteor impacts.
Drone Bay: Houses six Interceptor Drones for automated defense and reconnaissance.

Communication Tools & Systems

Communication relays for real-time updates to corporate HQ.

Additional & auxiliary systems

Automated Storage Bays: Can hold up to 20,000 metric tons of raw material. Each bay features micro-pressurized chambers to prevent volatile ores from destabilizing. Refinery Module (optional): Converts raw ore into refined materials during transport, reducing storage weight and increasing operational efficiency. Ejection Ports: Safely disposes of mining waste into space or targeted collection zones.
The Void Piercer can be operated by a skeleton crew of 10 but is designed to accommodate up to 50 personnel, including miners, engineers, and security. Living quarters are compact but comfortable, featuring:
Cryogenic Sleep Pods: For long-haul missions, crew members can enter stasis to conserve resources.
Artificial Gravity Modules: Ensure a stable environment for human habitation.
Recreational Areas: Includes a holodeck, hydroponic gardens, and a zero-gravity gym.
Mess Hall and Kitchen: Automated meal synthesizers provide tailored nutrition based on crew health scans.