The standard shipboard and space station transit systems for the Yugumo Corporation. Introduced 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. They proceeded with the design of new passageways, lifts, and for larger projects a light rail system. The systems were designed concurrently to ensure that they were integrated seamlessly. The first design to get the new standard features installed was the Tengumo-Class Space Station.

A starship's corridors are essential passageways that connect various compartments and areas within the vessel. They serve several important functions, including facilitating the movement of crew members, providing access to key ship systems, and offering a means of evacuation in emergencies. The passageways follow the Design Ethos of Yugumo Fleetworks and although a customer can request custom color schemes, by default, the station comes in the standard Yūzuki¹⁾ livery.

Yugumo Standard Passageways
Year of Creation	YE 45
Designer	Yugumo Fleetworks
Nomenclature	Type 45
Manufacturer	Yugumo Fleetworks
Fielded by	Yugumo Corporation,Yugumo Merchant Spacy
Availability	Mass Production
Starship
Space Station

Here's a description of typical passageways:

Starship corridors are typically narrow (2m wide x 5m tall)on a starship, and wider on space stations (6m x 5m tall). They are utilitarian spaces designed to maximize interior space efficiency while minimizing material usage. They can vary in size sometimes on specialized starship classes but are generally wide enough for two people to walk side by side.

The corridors are well-lit, often with recessed or wall-mounted laser diode lighting to ensure visibility. Lighting levels are adjustable through KAIMON to accommodate different tasks or scenarios.

Walls are constructed from durable, lightweight composite alloys lined with Yarvex. They may feature damage control alcoves, escape pods, access hatches, storage, and emergency KAIMON controls. Floors are generally polished black with a non-slip polymer coating. Ceilings are generally the same as the walls except they have conduits for the Utility Fog and Environmental Systems as well as fire suppression systems.

Corridor feature volumetric signage indicating directions to different sections of the ship, emergency exits, and safety instructions. They also often provide access to information about the ship and its current mission.

In areas where the ship might experience artificial gravity fluctuations or during combat situations, handrails or safety straps are available automatically along the bottom of each wall to help crew members stabilize themselves.

Starship Lifts, also known as elevators, are essential components of starships. They serve as a means of vertical and horizontal transportation within the vessel. They are designed to move crew members, passengers, and cargo between different decks, levels, and compartments efficiently and quickly. The lifts use dedicated graviton generators to modify the gravity in the area of influence and to propel the lift through the shaft, rather than the older magnetically driven models.

Yugumo Standard Lift
Year of Creation	YE 45
Designer	Yugumo Fleetworks
Nomenclature	Type 45
Manufacturer	Yugumo Fleetworks
Fielded by	Yugumo Corporation,Yugumo Merchant Spacy
Availability	Mass Production

Here's a description of typical starship lifts:

Unlike traditional elevators, the standard lifts are capable of moving in multiple directions, including up, down, left, right, forward, and backward. This versatility allows them to traverse the complex, three-dimensional interior of a starship.

Starship lifts are operated through the ship's KAIMON systems. Passengers can input their desired destination, and the lift's computer system calculates the most efficient route to get there. The lifts are known for their speed and efficiency. They can transport passengers across vast distances within the ship in a matter of seconds, making them a convenient and time-saving mode of transportation.

Lifts are equipped with various security features, including biometric scanners and authentications through KAIMON, to ensure that only authorized personnel can access certain decks or areas.

In the event of power failures, system malfunctions, or emergencies, starship lifts are designed with safety features like emergency brakes, backup power capacitor systems (8 hours of charge), and communication systems for passengers to request assistance.

The interior of starship lifts features comfortable design elements like laser diode lighting to create a visually appealing and comfortable atmosphere for passengers. At the customer's request volumetric displays displaying information or entertainment during transit can be added.

In addition to passenger lifts, starships also have cargo lifts or freight elevators designed to transport larger items up to the size of a SSCC Large, equipment, or supplies between different parts of the ship. These lifts are more robust and can accommodate heavier loads.

Starship lifts are integrated into the ship's emergency evacuation procedures. In the event of a ship-wide emergency, they can be programmed to transport passengers to designated safe zones or an "Ikigai" Type 43 Escape Pod.

A space station or occasionally a large starship class has a light rail transit system, solely reliant on graviton-based generators instead of the traditional maglev, which represents a cutting-edge mode of transportation designed to efficiently move passengers around the microgravity environment of the station. This innovative system is a safe and reliable means of transit within the station.

Yugumo Standard Light Rail Transit
Year of Creation	YE 45
Designer	Yugumo Fleetworks
Nomenclature	Type 45
Manufacturer	Yugumo Fleetworks
Fielded by	Yugumo Corporation,Yugumo Merchant Spacy
Availability	Mass Production

At its core, the system relies on the manipulation of gravitons, the particles responsible for the force of gravity. Gravitons are employed to generate localized gravity fields for propulsion, enabling movement in all directions, including upward and downward, without the need for conventional tracks.

Passengers travel within specialized transit pods equipped with graviton generators. These pods come in various sizes to accommodate different group sizes, from individual or couple cabins to larger compartments for families or groups. The pods are designed with aerodynamic shapes and spacious, transparent windows for passengers to enjoy breathtaking views of the station's interior and exterior.

Each transit pod's graviton generator creates a precisely controlled gravitational field, allowing for smooth and flexible movement. Passengers experience a sensation similar to Yamatai's gravity, ensuring comfort during their journey. The intensity and direction of the gravitational field can be adjusted to facilitate acceleration, deceleration, and direction changes.

The transit system is seamlessly integrated into the space station's infrastructure, with multiple transit stations strategically positioned throughout the station's habitable areas. Passengers can easily access the transit system via designated boarding areas within the station's modules and habitats.

Safety is of paramount importance in this advanced transit system. Multiple redundancies and fail-safe mechanisms are in place to ensure passenger well-being. Automated collision avoidance systems, emergency braking protocols, and rapid response procedures are implemented to handle any unforeseen circumstances. All of these systems are controlled by KAIMON. In the event of gravity failure, the independent power systems of each train pod will ensure normal operation to the nearest station or drop-off point.

Andrew created this article on 2023/09/21 09:01.

This article was approved by Wes on 2023/10/01.²⁾