There hasn't really been much activity on this board for a bit, so I decided to post something up just for the hell of it. That something is, namely, a power armor (mark 1) faq and documentation. Please read over it, if you would, and let me know what's wrong/right with it. It will eventually be put to use in my archives, or on a webpage.
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History:
The T-51b powered infantry armor (or power armor, as it is known on the wastes), is a remarkable piece of equipment. Known most commonly as the hallmark of the Brotherhood of Steel, the armor was first employed by the United States armed forces, and it saw heavy use by American infantrymen in and around 2077, during the tense period of military conflict commonly known as world war 3. The armor has been passed down in the Brotherhood from generation to generation, with some (if not all) of the suits employed today originating from the founding members of the Brotherhood. During the first century following the war, the Brotherhood hoarded their technology and guarded it closely, and only recently have suits of the coveted armor begun to appear (albeit expensively) on the consumer market.
The Armor:
Even now, after almost 160 years of post-war development, power armor remains some of the most advanced technologies on the wastes. Truly well-rounded and versatile, model T-51b incorporates a wide variety of defensive amenities to handle disturbances both at-home and abroad. The first line of defense is provided by a 10-micron silver ablative coating applied to the armor, which is capable of deflecting laser and radiation emissions without damage to the composite subsurface of the armor. The armor itself, constructed of an advanced poly-laminate composite, is extremely rugged, boasting the impressive ability to absorb a kinetic impact of over 2500 Joules. On top of all this, the suit is self-contained, and has an airtight contaminant-seal with air filters built in to the facemask, rendering all airborne toxins harmless to the user (It is relevant to note that the airtight seal also prevents the user from smelling anything around them). For all the protection a suit of power armor affords, it is relatively light, weighing in at about 42 pounds. The armor is also surprisingly comfortable, being finely constructed to excruciatingly exact specifications, and padded inside for the convenience of the user. According to those lucky enough to posess it, the armor feels like an extension of the user's body.
The Armor operates under nuclear power. A back mounted TX-28 MircoFusion* Pack generates 60,000 watts of power, and each suit of armor is slated for 100 years of use on its initial power supply. The generator is used to power the key functions of the suit, primarily the hydraulic systems.
Built into the frame of every suit of power armor are HiFlo hydraulic systems, arguably the most important component of the suit. Powered by the armor's generator, the HiFlo is a servo-assist hydraulic system which aids the user in movement. Regulated by a systolic motivator, the HiFlo is a key component of the suit's systems. First and foremost is the fact that it magnifies the user's movements, working with the user to bear the burden of moving the suit, and in effect negating the suit's weight on the user. This movment assist also provides for strength beyond that normally capable by the user, with an average weight threshhold increase of about 100 pounds.
Note that if hydraulic fluid is lost, if the systolic motivator goes out, or if the generator goes down, the suit, while maintaining it's protective properties, will be dead weight on the user. Also, like all full body armor, the joints and seals of the suit are more vulnerable to attack.
Note: I have recently come across an interesting theory concerning the possible inclusion of a night-vision system in the visor of the suit's helm. While I cannot confirm the validity of this theory, I can state almost certainly that the device located on the "forehead" portion of the helmet is a light.
*This is probably a typo on the part of the recorder of the original source, and should most probably read "Micro Fusion"
-Information for this FAQ was gathered primarily from members of the Brotherhood of Steel, most notably their gate guard, and from the West Tek Research Facilities central computer research archives.
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Damn, that Yamu is one long-winded bastard, idn't he?
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History:
The T-51b powered infantry armor (or power armor, as it is known on the wastes), is a remarkable piece of equipment. Known most commonly as the hallmark of the Brotherhood of Steel, the armor was first employed by the United States armed forces, and it saw heavy use by American infantrymen in and around 2077, during the tense period of military conflict commonly known as world war 3. The armor has been passed down in the Brotherhood from generation to generation, with some (if not all) of the suits employed today originating from the founding members of the Brotherhood. During the first century following the war, the Brotherhood hoarded their technology and guarded it closely, and only recently have suits of the coveted armor begun to appear (albeit expensively) on the consumer market.
The Armor:
Even now, after almost 160 years of post-war development, power armor remains some of the most advanced technologies on the wastes. Truly well-rounded and versatile, model T-51b incorporates a wide variety of defensive amenities to handle disturbances both at-home and abroad. The first line of defense is provided by a 10-micron silver ablative coating applied to the armor, which is capable of deflecting laser and radiation emissions without damage to the composite subsurface of the armor. The armor itself, constructed of an advanced poly-laminate composite, is extremely rugged, boasting the impressive ability to absorb a kinetic impact of over 2500 Joules. On top of all this, the suit is self-contained, and has an airtight contaminant-seal with air filters built in to the facemask, rendering all airborne toxins harmless to the user (It is relevant to note that the airtight seal also prevents the user from smelling anything around them). For all the protection a suit of power armor affords, it is relatively light, weighing in at about 42 pounds. The armor is also surprisingly comfortable, being finely constructed to excruciatingly exact specifications, and padded inside for the convenience of the user. According to those lucky enough to posess it, the armor feels like an extension of the user's body.
The Armor operates under nuclear power. A back mounted TX-28 MircoFusion* Pack generates 60,000 watts of power, and each suit of armor is slated for 100 years of use on its initial power supply. The generator is used to power the key functions of the suit, primarily the hydraulic systems.
Built into the frame of every suit of power armor are HiFlo hydraulic systems, arguably the most important component of the suit. Powered by the armor's generator, the HiFlo is a servo-assist hydraulic system which aids the user in movement. Regulated by a systolic motivator, the HiFlo is a key component of the suit's systems. First and foremost is the fact that it magnifies the user's movements, working with the user to bear the burden of moving the suit, and in effect negating the suit's weight on the user. This movment assist also provides for strength beyond that normally capable by the user, with an average weight threshhold increase of about 100 pounds.
Note that if hydraulic fluid is lost, if the systolic motivator goes out, or if the generator goes down, the suit, while maintaining it's protective properties, will be dead weight on the user. Also, like all full body armor, the joints and seals of the suit are more vulnerable to attack.
Note: I have recently come across an interesting theory concerning the possible inclusion of a night-vision system in the visor of the suit's helm. While I cannot confirm the validity of this theory, I can state almost certainly that the device located on the "forehead" portion of the helmet is a light.
*This is probably a typo on the part of the recorder of the original source, and should most probably read "Micro Fusion"
-Information for this FAQ was gathered primarily from members of the Brotherhood of Steel, most notably their gate guard, and from the West Tek Research Facilities central computer research archives.
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Damn, that Yamu is one long-winded bastard, idn't he?
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