Shipboard power is supplied by main, auxiliary and emergency power generation systems. Power is distributed to ship systems by primary and secondary Power Distribution Networks (PDNs).
Electromagnetic Direction and Ranging (EMDAR) is a passive sensor technology that detects emissions along the EM spectrum to identify and track other vessels.
The Tactical Operating Environment (TOE) is the area of space surrounding the vessel that requires active management, due to possible navigational hazards or tactical threats.
Endeavour’s mission is one of exploration and discovery. In an unknown and distant environment however, the vessel must be able to defend itself if needed.
The vessel’s Power Distribution Network is a highly redundant, layered distribution system for delivering power from generation and auxiliary power sources to vessel systems.
Fusion reaction is fueled by hydrogen isotopes that are heated to create plasma, which is then excited to reach the energy level required for fusion to begin. The plasma must then be maintained at sufficient density to ensure the reaction remains self-sustaining.
The main function of the reactor chamber is to isolate the reaction from the general environment. The chamber must contain the extreme heat and radioactivity generated by reaction and maintain the vacuum necessary for the reactor to operate.
