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Re: Giant space ship links site idea
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lugnet.space
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Tue, 3 Oct 2000 20:04:41 GMT
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In lugnet.space, Wayne R. Hussey writes:
> In lugnet.space, Mark Sandlin writes:
> > Matthew at moulton@hscis.net wrote:
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> I agree with the volume idea for definition of a Capital Ship - with one other
> addition. IMHO a Capital Ship must have a crew size greater than a fighter,
> scout or simple transport. I suggest that the crew compliment has to be at
> least 20. This requires that the ship designer/builder takes into account the
> need for more than the minimum systems (engineering, bridge, weapons (for
> military)). Added systems would then include environment, off-duty necessities
> (staterooms, galleys, etc.) and so on. Further, to define a Capital Ship, the
> crew needs to operate in shifts - due to its extended voyage lengths - which
> enhances the need for crew size and environmental systems. This may help
> separate the large boats from the real ships.
I think a crew of 20 is slightly large if it's a requirement. Taking a look at
Chris Giddens' U.S.S. Crusader, it only has a crew of 10, but the size would
make it a Capital Ship IMO (http://news.lugnet.com/space/?n=3660). What about
something like a crew of 10 or more as part of the "general guidelines"?
I agree that a Capital ship needs defined "minimum systems" including things
like an engine room. Off-duty necessities are a plus, but not required in a
Capital Ship, though I think crew quarters almost is required. I would add the
ability to dock with other ships in the fleet (i.e. fighters) or even a
docking bay.
-Mark
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| (...) other (...) necessities (...) Another consideration is the level of technology onboard the ship. My U.S.S. Crusader is in a not so far off future where life support and things have to be of enormous size to support a crew. So therefor my crew (...) (24 years ago, 3-Oct-00, to lugnet.space)
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| (...) I agree with the volume idea for definition of a Capital Ship - with one other addition. IMHO a Capital Ship must have a crew size greater than a fighter, scout or simple transport. I suggest that the crew compliment has to be at least 20. (...) (24 years ago, 3-Oct-00, to lugnet.space)
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