The Yugumo Standard Combined Launch Bay is a starship interior developed by the Yugumo Corporation in YE 45.

In YE 45, the Yugumo Corporation's Yugumo Fleetworks division sought to continue the standardization of its interior modules for the ships it produced. Yugumo Fleetworks has preferred a combined launch bay approach in their previous designs, rather than having separate power armor facilities they combine small craft and power armor launch and collection systems into one place. The Combined Launch Bay was inspired by the Multi-Purpose Launch Bays utilized on the Takumi-Class Expeditionary Command Cruiser.

The product information for the Yugumo Standard Combined Launch Bay.

The Combined Launch Bay is a vital and well-organized section of a Yugumo Fleetworks designs, It facilitates the deployment and retrieval of various small craft, drones, and equipment, including power armor like the Yoru no Tenshi 'Tenshi II' Light Mechanized Power Armor. The launch bay is generally strategically located within the vessel, typically toward the aft and/or ventral positions for ease of access and operational efficiency.

Launch bays vary in size and position depending on the starship class, but they all have the same general setup and systems in place.

The launch bay is a cavernous, well-lit space with high ceilings to accommodate a variety of vehicles and equipment. The walls are constructed from durable, heat-resistant polymer coated Durandium Alloy and other materials to withstand the stresses of launch and reentry.

The bay floor features painted and laser diode illuminated markings to guide the positioning of small craft and equipment, ensuring precise alignment during launch and recovery operations.

Several graviton beam projectors are positioned to assist with troubled landings, as well as maintenance of small craft. These also serve as integrated dampening systems to absorb the shock of returning small craft and power armors, ensuring safe and controlled landings.

Adjacent to the launch rails, there are specialized storage racks for Yoru no Tenshi 'Tenshi II' Light Mechanized Power Armor. These racks are designed to securely hold and charge the suits while keeping them easily accessible for the crew. The power armor racks feature locking mechanisms to prevent accidental releases during turbulence or sudden movements of the ship. Crew members can easily unlock and retrieve their suits when needed.

Integrated charging stations within the racks provide power to the stored equipment and tools, ensuring that they are always ready for use. The charging process can be automated by KAIMON or manually initiated by crew members. The bays are often equipped with Yugumo Standard Anthroform Drone Berth for recharging KAIMON/Ascendant Consort units.

Along the walls of the launch bay, there are maintenance workstations equipped with tools and diagnostic equipment to perform routine inspections and repairs on both small craft and power armor.

Crew access doors and airlocks are strategically placed around the launch bay, allowing personnel to enter and exit for maintenance, pre-flight checks, and power armor retrieval.

Robust safety systems, including Yugumo Standard Fire-Fighting Equipment and Systems, emergency lighting, and radiation shielding, are integrated throughout the launch bay to protect crew members and equipment during emergencies.

The launch bay maintains a controlled environment, with temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure regulated to suit the needs of both equipment and personnel. A graviton forcefield maintains the atmosphere in the bay when the doors are open, which selectively allows the entry and exit of small craft and power armor without the need to decompress the compartment.

Andrew created this article on 2023/09/22 10:55.

This article was approved by Wes on 2023/10/01.¹⁾

Written with the assistance of Chat GPT. Art done in Midjourney by Andrew.