 | There are multiple variants of this technology, please refer to Probe Disambiguation for a list of the variants. |
- Cruising Speed
- 300 kph
- Maximum Speed
- 1000 kph
- Nominal Range
- 1 Meter - 1 AU from Vessel
- Maximum Range
- 21 AU Control
2.5 ly Relay
The Tactical Exploration Universal Field Emission Locator (TEUFEL) Sensor Probe represents a breakthrough in remote sensing and threat assessment technology. These compact, 1.7-meter diameter truncated-sphere probes are designed for deployment from a ship. Constructed from energy-absorbent materials, the probes are exceptionally difficult to detect. They operate using a micro-gravity displacement generated within the core by a Spacial Variance Reactor. An onboard AI system facilitates operator command input.
Capabilities
- Operational Capacity
- A single ship can manage up to 20 TEUFEL Probes operating simultaneously.
- Group Operation
- Probes are capable of operating independently or in groups to enhance sensor strength through array pattern formation.
- Rapid Direction Change
- Probes can execute sudden direction changes in three-dimensional space within microseconds, making their movement paths challenging to track.
- Adaptive Pathing
- Probes follow pre-programmed paths, often erratic, with the ability to plot random or semi-random course changes for evasion and varied sensor readings.
- Sensor Suite
- Probes are equipped with a comprehensive range of short and long-range sensors, capable of detecting and analyzing various types of data.
- Refractive Warp Drive
- Probes can utilize a ship's existing warp field to travel through space at warp speed, matching the ship's speed without requiring their own warp drives. This feature enables them to achieve the same speed as the ship within a 21 AU range.
- Communications
- Probes employ precise point-to-point subspace enhanced direct beam communications, similar to laser pulse communications but at faster-than-light speeds. They also utilize subspace high-frequency burst communications for communication with their vessel or with each other as required.
- Neural Net Communication
- Developed independently via a neural net algorithm, their inter-probe communication adapts to suit each situation. Probes from the same ship share a unique communication language.
- Encryption and Security
- Probes use a multi-dimensional fractal encryption algorithm that routinely alters the timing and frequency range of all subspace communications. Encryption keys are frequently rotated, synced at launch time. They also use a signal authentication key tied to the ship's transponder code.
- Offensive Capability
- In extreme circumstances, the probes can be commanded to overload their power cores, causing sizable explosions. Coordinated detonations can serve as a powerful weapon.