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1983 CE

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2019 CE

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William Noyce

2024-12-29T03:52:39Z

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'''William "Bill" Noyce''' (born circa [[1954 CE|1954]]-[[1955 CE|55 CE]]) is the Admiral responsible for overseeing ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''<nowiki/>'s refit following the creation of the [[United Earth/Oceans Organization]] (UEO), later becoming the UEO's second Secretary General in [[2019 CE]].

Serving his life in the Navy for nearly three decades, his career included stints in the United States Navy and, subsequently, [[Nor-Pac]]. His relationship with Captain [[Nathan Bridger]] dates back to [[1983 CE]] and is a family friend, having known [[Carol Bridger]] and their son, [[Robert Bridger]]. It is implied that Noyce kept tabs on Nathan Bridger following Robert's death and Nathan's subsequent retirement from the service during ''seaQuest DSV 4600''<nowiki/>'s initial construction circa [[2012 CE]]. Noyce goes to great lengths to secure Bridger's buy-in to assume command of ''seaQuest'', resorting to some underhanded tactics (such as "stealing" [[Darwin]] and bringing the dolphin to ''seaQuest'') and ordering [[Jonathan Ford]] to appear as "everything a commander shouldn't" {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

Noyce has children {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}} and is married to [[Janet Noyce|Janet]] {{Ep|Treasure of the Mind}}, with an affinity for [[Cuba Smokers|hockey]] {{Ep|The Devil's Window}} and the music of The Who {{Ep|The Last Lap of Luxury}}.

== Youth (1969 CE) ==
In his youth, Noyce skipped school during the 9th grade so that he could attend [[Woodstock]]. Making his way there, he hitchhiked and met [[Andrea Dre]], who drove him to Woodstock. They would establish a friendship through the decades, as they would both become involved with the UEO {{Ep|The Last Lap of Luxury}}.

== Service as UEO Admiral (2017―2019 CE) ==
Noyce often seen communicating via vidlink from his office or other locales in [[Pearl Harbor]]. He holds a high-ranking position within the UEO (United Earth/Oceans Organization). The UEO was established to manage the New Peace following the collapse of the U.N. and the subsequent division of the world into economic confederations. Noyce serves as the Chief of Naval Operations Command and is also the Secretary General of the UEO, which suggests he is one of the leaders of this new world.

Noyce has a long-standing friendship with Captain [[Nathan Bridger]], with whom he served in the Navy. Noyce brings up the idea of the ''seaQuest'', a research vessel designed by Bridger, as a way to lure his old friend. Noyce seems to be behind Bridger's reassignment to the ''seaQuest'', owing to the fact that Bridger has rapport with the greater scientific community but is able to engage in military operations when necessary. He is also aware of Bridger's emotional struggles, especially the loss of his wife and son.

Noyce is presented as a complex character with conflicting loyalties, often pushing his own agenda. He is a career naval officer who uses his military mindset to achieve his goals, despite his UEO position. He is personally motivated and strongly believes in a powerful naval fleet. He is willing to use naval power for his own purposes, regardless of the consequences. He also seems to genuinely respect Bridger and his skills, particularly his talent for deep-sea exploration, even though he may not see eye-to-eye with Bridger.

Before the UEO, Noyce served in the Navy and was the youngest Executive Officer to graduate from the academy. He and Bridger were close, and Bridger notes that Noyce designed some tubes on the bridge, calling it “[[Bridger’s Folly]]”. Noyce seems to have been the one who brought Commander Jonathan Ford to ''seaQuest'' under the UEO. He also recruits [[Manilow Crocker]] as ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s security chief, even though Crocker was about to retire {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

Noyce has a working relationship with Secretary General [[Andrea Dre]], his superior within the UEO. It appears they have a long-standing familiarity with each other's backgrounds. However, their relationship becomes strained and they clash. They eventually come into direct conflict when Dre attempts to impose martial law, and she is eventually arrested for treason after Noyce and the ''seaQuest'' crew expose her {{Ep|The Last Lap of Luxury}}.

== Service as Secretary General (2019―2021 CE) ==
Following his appointment as UEO's second Secretary General, he oversees UEO trials for a new one-person submersible craft {{Ep|The Stinger}} and comes to conflict with Bridger over a submarine filled with kids fleeing death squads from the [[Amazonian Confederation]] {{Ep|The Good Death}}. He is present during the [[World Power]] crisis, operating from the UEO's emergency center {{Ep|Higher Power}}.

Sometime later, he is succeeded by [[Arthur McGath]], but remains attached to the UEO as an advisor {{Ep|The Sincerest Form of Flattery}}. Many of his previous interactions with ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600-II]]'' are assumed by his successor, General [[Francis Thomas]] {{Ep|Daggers|The Fear that Follows|When We Dead Awaken}}.

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Noyce

2024-12-29T03:52:05Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Created page with "{{DisambigTab|William Noyce|Janet Noyce}}"

Hydropressure aqueducts

2024-12-29T03:46:21Z

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[[File:DSV - Swim Tube in Corridor.jpg|thumb|[[Nathan Bridger]] walks beside a swim tube {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
'''Hydropressure aquedeucts''', also known as "'''Bridger's Folly,"''' are a hydropressure system designed by [[Nathan Bridger]] ultimately used to power undersea colonies. Prior to its widespread use, this unique design feature is implemented on ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' and ''[[SeaQuest DSV 4600-II|4600-II]]''. This design facilitates complete access for the dolphin, [[Darwin]], throughout the vessel, with windowed view ports from the ducts (also called "swim tubes") into corridors and compartments, such as [[mammal engineering]].

The concept was originally part of ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s design, with the intention of fully integrating a Navy-trained dolphin into the ship's crew. It is implied that the tubes were integrated into ''seaQuest DSV 4600'' during the 2018 UEO refit following the [[Livingston Trench Incident]] {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

The ''4600-II'' features even further integration of these aqueducts, with Darwin now having access to the Captain's Quarters {{Ep|Daggers}}.

== Implementation ==
The primary design element of Bridger's Folly is a network of tubes and passageways that allow Darwin movement throughout ''seaQuest''. This contrasts sharply with the typical layout of a submarine, which prioritizes controlled access for safety and security. The purpose of this design is to integrate a Navy-trained dolphin as a functional member of the crew, allowing the creature the ability to participate in the ship's missions.

In its implementation, the system includes sensors that feed data to the [[vocoder]] designed by [[Lucas Wolenczak]] that translates Darwin's vocalizations into human language, facilitating communication with the human crew. The vocoder system, along with the design of the passageways, allows Darwin to effectively engage with the human crew and participate in ship operations {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== "Bridger's Folly" ==
Admiral [[William Noyce]] remarks on the design upon seeing that Darwin has full access to the ship and refers to it as "Bridger's Folly." The term "Bridger's Folly" itself suggests that this design is not only unconventional but also potentially impractical or ill-advised. This design challenges traditional notions of a military vessel and raises questions about the relationship between humans and animals, especially in a military context.

Upon recovering ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600-II]]'' in 2032 CE, Captain [[Oliver Hudson]] remarks that the tubes that run throughout the ship are nonsensical, while contrasting their use throughout undersea colonies, such as [[Nexus]], as a source of power. Hudson offhandedly notes that Bridger's design patent would likely have made Bridger a rich man during his 10 year absence, prompting both to realize they had their way into Nexus, with a team forcing President [[Alexander Bourne]] {{Ep|Brave New World|series=2032}}.
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File:DSV - Swim Tube in Corridor.jpg

2024-12-29T03:45:59Z

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[[Nathan Bridger]] walks beside a [[swim tube]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=5119}}

Janet Noyce

2024-12-29T03:16:40Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

{{Character Data|photo=DSV - Janet Noyce.jpg|seen=Treasure of the Mind|actor=[[Patricia Herd]]|sortkey=Noyce, Janet|title=Janet Noyce|children=More than 1|marital status=Married, [[William Noyce]]}}

'''Janet Noyce''' is the wife of [[William Noyce]].

Noyce answers a vidlink at their [[Pearl Habor]] home's bedside from [[SeaQuest DSV 4600|''seaQuest DSV 4600'']] meant for her husband {{Ep|Treasure of the Mind}}.

== Notes ==

* In keeping with ''[[seaQuest DSV]]''<nowiki/>'s penchant for aligning real-life married couples with their characters, [[Patricia Herd]] and [[Richard Herd]] ([[William Noyce]]) were married.

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File:DSV - Janet Noyce.jpg

2024-12-29T03:08:32Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

[[Janet Noyce]] in bed, roused from her slumber by a message from ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' meant for her husband, [[William Noyce]] {{ep|Treasure of the Mind}}.

{{screencap|episode=Treasure of the Mind|timestamp=2185}}

Janet Noyce

2024-12-29T03:07:05Z

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{{Character Data|photo=DSV - Z. Williams.jpg|seen=Games|role=Science Team Member, ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''|rank=Ensign|actor=[[Jean Barrett]]|sortkey=Williams, Z.|title=ENS Z. Williams}}

Ensign '''Z. Williams''' is a scientist aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the 2018 CE tour.

Williams discovers the body of Warden [[Griggs]] in the [[cryogenic pod]] on [[sea deck]], prompted by the water and blood leakage from the now-open pod, and notifies Commander [[Jonathan Ford]] {{Ep|Games}}.
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Venting cap

2024-12-29T02:14:07Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Created page with "The [[hyper reality probe discovers the status of Gedrick Power Station's venting cap {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]] The '''venting cap''' is a critical component designed to contain and manage poisonous gases that are byproducts of a thermal power station's operations. Following ''Delta 4''<nowiki/>'s attack of Gedrick Power Station, ''seaQuest DSV 4600''<nowiki/>'s hyper reality probe finds the G..."

[[File:DSV - Probe Discovers Venting Cap Issue.jpg|thumb|The [[hyper reality probe]] discovers the status of [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s venting cap {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
The '''venting cap''' is a critical component designed to contain and manage poisonous gases that are byproducts of a thermal power station's operations.

Following ''[[Delta 4]]''<nowiki/>'s attack of [[Gedrick Power Station]], ''seaQuest DSV 4600''<nowiki/>'s [[hyper reality probe]] finds the Gedrick station's cap is currently in the process of tearing. Dr. [[Kristin Westphalen]] and her science contingent advises that the failure of the venting cap would result in poisonous gases spilling onto the ocean floor. This could have a devastating ecological impact, potentially destroying all plant and animal life within hundreds of miles due to the thermal currents that could carry the gases.

''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s team utilizes military equipment to effect repairs of the cap before responding to a distress call from [[Westridge Farming Community]] {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.
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File:DSV - Probe Discovers Venting Cap Issue.jpg

2024-12-29T02:13:36Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

The [[hyper reality probe]] discovers the status of [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[venting cap]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3602}}

J. Dorsey

2024-12-29T01:40:48Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

[[File:DSV - J. Dorsey.jpg|thumb|[[J. Dorsey]] in ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''{{'|s}} [[ward room]] during the meeting regarding [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[venting cap]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
'''J. Dorsey''' is a [[United Earth/Oceans Organization]] Navy officer on ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' in [[2018 CE]].

He is present during the meeting on handling the [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[venting cap]] issue {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== Notes ==

* Despite the jumpsuit, Dorsey's nametag notes that he not directly attached to ''seaQuest DSV 4600'', per the "UEO" present.

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File:DSV - J. Dorsey.jpg

2024-12-29T01:40:11Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

[[J. Dorsey]] in ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''{{'|s}} [[ward room]] during the meeting regarding [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[venting cap]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3646}}

J. Dorsey

2024-12-29T01:39:56Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

[[File:DSV - J. Dorsey.jpg|thumb|[[J. Dorsey]] in ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''{{'|s}} [[ward room]] during the meeting regarding [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[venting cap]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
'''J. Dorsey''' is a [[United Earth/Oceans Organization]] Navy officer on ''seaQuest DSV 4600'' in [[2018 CE]].

He is present during the meeting on handling the [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[venting cap]] issue {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== Notes ==

* Despite the jumpsuit, Dorsey's nametag notes that he not directly attached to ''seaQuest DSV 4600'', per the "UEO" present.

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J. Dorsey

2024-12-29T01:36:38Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Created.

[[File:DSV - J. Dorsey.jpg|thumb|[[J. Dorsey]] in ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''{{'|s}} [[ward room]] during the meeting regarding [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[thermal cap]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
'''J. Dorsey''' is a [[United Earth/Oceans Organization]] Navy officer on ''seaQuest DSV 4600'' in [[2018 CE]].

He is present during the meeting on handling the [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s thermal cap issue {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== Notes ==

* Despite the jumpsuit, Dorsey's nametag notes that he not directly attached to ''seaQuest DSV 4600'', per the "UEO" present.

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File:DSV - J. Dorsey.jpg

2024-12-29T01:28:36Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

[[J. Dorsey]] in ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''{{'|s}} [[ward room]] during the meeting regarding [[Gedrick Power Station]]'s [[thermal cap]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3646}}

Hyper reality probe

2024-12-29T00:25:09Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: initial creation

[[File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe.jpg|thumb|The hyper reality probe deployed to investigate the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
A '''hyper reality probe''' is a mobile undersea instrument capable of precise control, allowing a human to control its operation and appendages. Its silhouette is that of a four-legged domestic creature, akin to a canine or feline. It is often used when [[W.S.K.R.S.]] are insufficient.

At its spheroid head are various lenses , optimized for undersea visual acuity at the expense of above surface visualization {{Ep|Treasure of the Mind}}. The probe's digits are capable of tactile movement of obstacles and handling of loose objects for retrieval {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

A hyper reality probe was integrated into ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''<nowiki/>'s scientific package. The engineering station of ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s [[bridge]], where the operator dons a specific set of head and eye wear, in addition to a pair of control gloves with a spheroid ball under each palm {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

The probe has lights to aid in sight; in one case, the light from the probe is used to attract a [[level 10 biologic]] and lead it away from ''seaQuest'' {{Ep|Treasures of the Tonga Trench}}.

== Gallery ==
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File:DSV - 4600-I Bridge Engineering Station.jpg|[[Nathan Bridger]] notes the inclusion of the hyper reality probe instrumentation in the engineer's station on ''[[SeaQuest DSV 4600|seaQuest]]''<nowiki/>'s [[bridge]] {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.
File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe Glove.jpg|[[Katherine Hitchcock]] in the process of donning control gloves for the hyper reality probe, prior to its deployment to inspect the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.
File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe Headset.jpg|[[Katherine Hitchcock]] in the process of donning the headset for the hyper reality probe, prior to its deployment to inspect the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.
File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe Monitor.jpg|[[Katherine Hitchcock]] viewing the hyper reality probe's camera feed on the engineering station while inspecting the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.
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== Notes ==

* The hyper reality probe technology is seen only in season one. It is not seen in use aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600-II]]'' in the subsequent two seasons.

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File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe Monitor.jpg

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== Summary ==
[[Katherine Hitchcock]] viewing the [[hyper reality probe]]'s camera feed on the engineering station while inspecting the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3580}}

File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe Monitor.jpg

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Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Katherine Hitchcock viewing thehyper reality probe's camera feed on the engineering station while inspecting the damage at Gedrick Power Station {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}. {{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3580}}

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[[Katherine Hitchcock]] viewing the[[hyper reality probe]]'s camera feed on the engineering station while inspecting the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3580}}

File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe Headset.jpg

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Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Katherine Hitchcock in the process of donning the headset for the hyper reality probe, prior to its deployment to inspect the damage at Gedrick Power Station {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}. {{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3502}}

== Summary ==
[[Katherine Hitchcock]] in the process of donning the headset for the [[hyper reality probe]], prior to its deployment to inspect the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3502}}

File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe Glove.jpg

2024-12-28T23:53:19Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Katherine Hitchcock in the process of donning control gloves for the hyper reality probe, prior to its deployment to inspect the damage at Gedrick Power Station {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}. {{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3486}}

== Summary ==
[[Katherine Hitchcock]] in the process of donning control gloves for the [[hyper reality probe]], prior to its deployment to inspect the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3486}}

E-Plasma torpedoes

2024-12-28T23:02:54Z

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File:DSV - Hyper Reality Probe.jpg

2024-12-28T22:51:24Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

The [[hyper reality probe]] deployed to investigate the damage at [[Gedrick Power Station]] {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=3520}}

SeaWiki DSV:Descriptive term

2024-12-28T20:49:36Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Created page with "'''seaWiki DSV''' uses descriptive terms to give names to technologies and other subjects which haven't been given a canonical name. Contributors are encouraged to use descriptive terms for important technologies, characters or events that have been sufficiently defined, but that are not ubiquitous or commonplace, such as "telephones." Contributors should create terms that match the function or the disposition or similar characteristic of the subject. Articles that des..."

'''seaWiki DSV''' uses descriptive terms to give names to technologies and other subjects which haven't been given a canonical name.

Contributors are encouraged to use descriptive terms for important technologies, characters or events that have been sufficiently defined, but that are not ubiquitous or commonplace, such as "telephones." Contributors should create terms that match the function or the disposition or similar characteristic of the subject.

Articles that describe ordinary, mundane topics on seaWiki DSV (commonly nicknamed as ''"telephone articles"'' because of their obvious usage) are subject to speedy deletion.

Once a subject, character or item has an official term, the descriptive terms are retired and used as redirects.

The names of most conflicts, such as the [[Attack on the Westridge Farming Community]], are descriptive terms as well unless the conflict's name is named by a character in an episode. Normally conflict articles take on the name of its location or a specific target, or some natural combination thereof.

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Data wafer

2024-12-28T20:43:21Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Created page with "A tray of data wafers for various systems aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600'' {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]] A '''data wafer'''{{Term}} is a translucent plastic chip with an engraved grid pattern on it. Nathan Bridger inspects chips from a tray when working on a way to handle the damage wrought by Marilyn Stark's virus {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}. == References == <references /> Category:A to Z Category:Technology"

[[File:DSV - Data Wafers.jpg|thumb|A tray of data wafers for various systems aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
A '''data wafer'''{{Term}} is a translucent plastic chip with an engraved grid pattern on it.

[[Nathan Bridger]] inspects chips from a tray when working on a way to handle the damage wrought by [[Marilyn Stark]]'s virus {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

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File:DSV - Data Wafers.jpg

2024-12-28T20:32:07Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

A tray of [[data wafer]]s for various systems aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

{{screencap|episode=To Be or Not to Be|timestamp=4310}}

Electrostatic torpedo

2024-12-28T20:31:01Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

The '''electrostatic torpedo''' is a type of underwater ordnance employed against the ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the [[Attack on Gedrick Power Station]]''.''

In use as early as [[2018 CE]], electrostatic torpedoes are a type of energy-based weapon that allows for disabling ships versus the use of conventional destructive warheads. ''Delta 4'' launches one such torpedo against ''seaQuest'' after Marilyn Stark's computer virus effectually disables ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s navigation and weapon systems, which initially ruptures a section of ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s pliant, self-sealing [[bioskin]] hull {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

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Bridge

2024-12-28T19:26:24Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

[[File:DSV - 4600-I Bridge.jpg|thumb|''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' bridge seen from a rare perspective (fore looking aftward) during the discovery of [[M-100 explorer|an ancient alien spacecraft]] {{ep|Such Great Patience}}.]]
The '''bridge''' is the nerve center of a large vessel, where the captain issues their instructions to crew who operate stations with key specialities.

In the case of ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' and its successor, ''[[4600-II]]'', the bridge is located at the "head" of the submarine, accessible by two secure hatches at the aft, one port and one starboard.

As with both ''4600''s, a "[[dolphin dome]]" at the bridge's center rear allows [[Darwin]] access to the bridge via [[hydropressure aqueducts]], which can also be used in emergency situations for other purposes.

== ''seaQuest DSV 4600'' ==
[[File:DSV - 4600-I Bridge Forward Section.jpg|thumb|The fore of ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'''s bridge ([[SeaQuest DSV|DSV]]: "[[To Be or Not to Be]]").]]
The bridge of ''4600'' is laid out with the navigation plotter at its center, with consoles surrounding it in a horseshoe pattern. Upper platforms to the port and starboard of the plotter feature consoles for tactical systems, communications, and [[W.S.K.R.S.]] A sunken fore area features two forward seated stations handle steering, while forward consoles handle other ship functions. A larger screen at the center fore bulkhead is typically used to show important information, such as information from W.S.K.R.S., and is flanked by two slightly smaller screens, and can be configured to show any kind of information needed.

The engineer's console is placed nearest to the starboard bridge entrance, next to which the Captain's Chair and smaller console is installed.

=== Navigation Plotter ===
[[File:DSV - 4600-I Navigation Plotter.jpg|thumb|[[Nathan Bridger]] and CDR [[Jonathan Ford]] at the navigation plotter {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
At the center of the bridge, the navigation plotter station is an interactive, dome-shaped digital screen that allows the commanding officer to visually chart a course.

A stylus interacts with the screen, allowing courses to be drawn akin to grease pencil on a board, but in a digital manner {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

=== Communications ===
[[File:DSV - 4600-I Comm Station.jpg|thumb|CAPT [[Nathan Bridger]] and LTJG [[Timothy O'Neill]] at the communications station {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
Located in the bridge's port nook, the station is oriented aft of the nook and controls all internal and external communications.

Satellite communications are routed through the communications station, which oversees and controls uplinks and downlinks fed from antennas, either routed through [[Communications buoy|communications buoys]] or through integrated satellite receivers, depending on sea conditions {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be|Bad Water}}.

''seaQuest'' features a minimum of four satellite uplinks that are routed through [[Nor-Pac]] satellites {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

=== W.S.K.R.S/Sensors ===
Located in the bridge's starboard nook, the [[W.S.K.R.S.]]/sensor station is oriented to the fore of the nook, and commands the ship's scanning capabilities. It is often manned by a sensor chief. The station is designed to command and oversee three W.S.K.R.S., in addition to sonar and other sensing systems {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

=== Engineering/Hyper Reality Probe ===
[[File:DSV - 4600-I Bridge Engineering Station.jpg|thumb|LCDR [[Katherine Hitchcock]] operates the engineering console, which doubles as the [[hyper reality probe]] station {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]Located nearest to the starboard bridge hatch, the engineering console can call up the status of the ship's systems, offering a master systems display for visual review. It is also outfitted to control the [[hyper reality probe]] {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

=== Captain's Station ===
Located adjacent to the engineering station, the captain's station consists of a chair, next to a small computer interface that can be rotated {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== Helm ==
The helm consists of two seated consoles featuring built-in screens and steering handles, which control various aspects of steering the craft {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.
[[File:DSV - 4600-I Captain Station.jpg|thumb|[[Nathan Bridger]] assumes the captain's station for the first time {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
The ship can also be placed on auto pilot from these stations {{Ep|Higher Power}}.[[File:DSV - 4600-I Bridge Port Section.jpg|thumb|Port stations on ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' bridge {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
[[File:DSV - 4600-I Bridge W.S.K.R. and Communications Starboard Stations.jpg|thumb|[[W.S.K.R.S.]] station (manned by [[Miguel Ortiz]]) next to the communications station at starboard {{ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.]]
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File:DSV - 4600-I Bridge.jpg

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''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' bridge seen from a rare perspective (fore looking aftward) during the discovery of [[M-100 explorer|an ancient alien spacecraft]] {{ep|Such Great Patience}}.

{{screencap|episode=Such Great Patience|timestamp=190}}

Hydropressure aqueducts

2024-12-28T19:20:11Z

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'''Hydropressure aquedeucts''', also known as "'''Bridger's Folly,"''' are a hydropressure system designed by [[Nathan Bridger]] ultimately used to power undersea colonies. Prior to its widespread use, this unique design feature is implemented on ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' and ''[[SeaQuest DSV 4600-II|4600-II]]''. This design facilitates complete access for the dolphin, [[Darwin]], throughout the vessel, with windowed view ports from the ducts (also called "swim tubes") into corridors and compartments, such as [[mammal engineering]].

The concept was originally part of ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s design, with the intention of fully integrating a Navy-trained dolphin into the ship's crew. It is implied that the tubes were integrated into ''seaQuest DSV 4600'' during the 2018 UEO refit following the [[Livingston Trench Incident]] {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

The ''4600-II'' features even further integration of these aqueducts, with Darwin now having access to the Captain's Quarters {{Ep|Daggers}}.

== Implementation ==
The primary design element of Bridger's Folly is a network of tubes and passageways that allow Darwin movement throughout ''seaQuest''. This contrasts sharply with the typical layout of a submarine, which prioritizes controlled access for safety and security. The purpose of this design is to integrate a Navy-trained dolphin as a functional member of the crew, allowing the creature the ability to participate in the ship's missions.

In its implementation, the system includes sensors that feed data to the [[vocoder]] designed by [[Lucas Wolenczak]] that translates Darwin's vocalizations into human language, facilitating communication with the human crew. The vocoder system, along with the design of the passageways, allows Darwin to effectively engage with the human crew and participate in ship operations {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== "Bridger's Folly" ==
Admiral [[William Noyce]] remarks on the design upon seeing that Darwin has full access to the ship and refers to it as "Bridger's Folly." The term "Bridger's Folly" itself suggests that this design is not only unconventional but also potentially impractical or ill-advised. This design challenges traditional notions of a military vessel and raises questions about the relationship between humans and animals, especially in a military context.

Upon recovering ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600-II]]'' in 2032 CE, Captain [[Oliver Hudson]] remarks that the tubes that run throughout the ship are nonsensical, while contrasting their use throughout undersea colonies, such as [[Nexus]], as a source of power. Hudson offhandedly notes that Bridger's design patent would likely have made Bridger a rich man during his 10 year absence, prompting both to realize they had their way into Nexus, with a team forcing President [[Alexander Bourne]] {{Ep|Brave New World|series=2032}}.
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S. Obatu

2024-12-28T18:47:36Z

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{{Character Data|photo=DSV - S. Obatu.jpg|seen=The Good Death|role=Weapons Officer, ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''|rank=Lieutenant|actor=[[Christopher M. Brown]]|sortkey=Obatu, S.|title=LT S. Obatu}}

Lieutenant '''S. Obatu''' is a weapons officer aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the 2018-2019 CE tour.

Obatu is the weapons officer on duty during ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s interception of a [[Romeo-class|''Romeo''-class]] mini-submarine carrying refugee youths, under the false impression by the [[Amazonian Confederation]] that they were diamond smugglers {{Ep|The Good Death}}.

Obatu is present at [[Nathan Bridger]]'s final speech aboard ''seaQuest'' commemorating the crew's service during the 2018-2019 CE tour. Obatu later helps evacuate ''seaQuest'' prior to its destruction, taking hold of a handle of the dolphin stretcher as [[Darwin]] is evacuated aboard a [[sea launch]] {{Ep|Higher Power}}.
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S. Obatu

2024-12-28T18:47:23Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

{{Character Data|photo=DSV - S. Obatu.jpg|seen=The Good Death|role=Weapons Officer, ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''|rank=Lieutenant|actor=[[Christopher M. Brown]]|sortkey=Obatu, S.|title=LT S. Obatu}}

Lieutenant '''S. Obatu''' is a weapon's officer aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the 2018-2019 CE tour.

Obatu is the weapons officer on duty during ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s interception of a [[Romeo-class|''Romeo''-class]] mini-submarine carrying refugee youths, under the false impression by the [[Amazonian Confederation]] that they were diamond smugglers {{Ep|The Good Death}}.

Obatu is present at [[Nathan Bridger]]'s final speech aboard ''seaQuest'' commemorating the crew's service during the 2018-2019 CE tour. Obatu later helps evacuate ''seaQuest'' prior to its destruction, taking hold of a handle of the dolphin stretcher as [[Darwin]] is evacuated aboard a [[sea launch]] {{Ep|Higher Power}}.
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S. Obatu

2024-12-28T18:46:31Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Updated.

{{Character Data|photo=DSV - S. Obatu.jpg|seen=The Good Death|role=Weapons Officer, ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''|rank=Lieutenant|actor=[[Christopher M. Brown]]|sortkey=Obatu, S.|title=LT S. Obatu}}

Lieutenant '''S. Obatu''' is a weapon's officer aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the 2018-2019 CE tour.

Obatu is the weapons officer on duty during ''seaQuest''<nowiki/>'s interception of a [[Romeo-class|''Romeo''-class]] mini-submarine carrying refugee youths, under the false impression by the [[Amazonian Confederation]] that they were diamond smugglers {{Ep|The Good Death}}.

Obatu is present at [[Nathan Bridger]]'s final speech aboard ''seaQuest'' commemorating the crew's service during the 2018-2019 CE tour. Obatu later helps evacuate ''seaQuest'' prior to its destruction, taking hold of a handle of the dolphin stretcher as [[Darwin]] is evacuated aboard a [[sea launch]] {{Ep|Higher Power}}.
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File:DSV - S. Obatu.jpg

2024-12-28T18:36:08Z

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LT [[S. Obatu]], ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''{{'|s}} weapons officer {{ep|The Good Death}}.

{{screencap|episode=The Good Death|timestamp=63}}

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Williams (disambiguation)

2024-12-28T18:26:32Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

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Z. Williams

2024-12-28T18:25:19Z

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Z. Williams

2024-12-28T18:25:04Z

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{{Character Data|photo=DSV - Z. Williams.jpg|seen=Games|role=Science Team Member, ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''|rank=Ensign|actor=[[Jean Barrett]]|sortkey=Williams, Z.|title=ENS Z. Williams}}

Ensign '''Z. Williams''' is a scientist aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the 2018 CE tour.

Williams discovers the body of Warden [[Griggs]] in the [[cryogenic pod]] on [[sea deck]], prompted by the water leakage from the now-open pod, and notifies Commander [[Jonathan Ford]] {{Ep|Games}}.
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Williams

2024-12-28T18:24:41Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

{{Character Data|actor=[[Justine Shapiro]]|rank=Commander, [[United Earth/Oceans Organization]]|seen=To Be or Not to Be|photo=DSV - CDR Williams.jpg|title=CDR Williams}}

Commander '''Williams''' is a UEO officer who lead the ashore party on [[Bridger's Island]] in [[2018 CE]].

She opens [[Nathan Bridger]]'s bungalow just before he arrives, and becomes the target of Bridger's rebukes until Admiral [[William Noyce]] announces himself {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== Notes ==

* The name Williams originates from the script.

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Williams

2024-12-28T18:24:21Z

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{{Character Data|actor=[[Justine Shapiro]]|rank=Commander, [[United Earth/Oceans Organization]]|seen=To Be or Not to Be|photo=DSV - CDR Williams.jpg|title=CMDR Williams}}

Commander '''Williams''' is a UEO officer who lead the ashore party on [[Bridger's Island]] in [[2018 CE]].

She opens [[Nathan Bridger]]'s bungalow just before he arrives, and becomes the target of Bridger's rebukes until Admiral [[William Noyce]] announces himself {{Ep|To Be or Not to Be}}.

== Notes ==

* The name Williams originates from the script.

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Williams (disambiguation)

2024-12-28T18:23:30Z

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S. Obatu

2024-12-28T18:22:23Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.:

{{Character Data|photo=DSV - Z. Williams.jpg|seen=Games|role=Science Team Member, ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''|rank=Ensign|actor=[[Jean Barrett]]|sortkey=Williams, Z.}}

Ensign '''Z. Williams''' is a scientist aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the 2018 CE tour.

Williams discovers the body of Warden [[Griggs]] in the [[cryogenic pod]] on [[sea deck]], prompted by the water and blood leakage from the now-open pod, and notifies Commander [[Jonathan Ford]] {{Ep|Games}}.
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S. Obatu

2024-12-28T18:21:47Z

Joe Beaudoin Jr.: Created page with "{{subst::Z. Williams}}"

{{Character Data|photo=DSV - Z. Williams.jpg|seen=Games|role=Science Team Member, ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]''|rank=Ensign|actor=[[Jean Barrett]]|sortkey=Williams, Z.}}

Ensign '''Z. Williams''' is a scientist aboard ''[[seaQuest DSV 4600]]'' during the 2018 CE tour.

Williams discovers the body of Warden [[Griggs]] in the [[cryogenic pod]] on [[sea deck]], prompted by the water leakage from the now-open pod, and notifies Commander [[Jonathan Ford]] {{Ep|Games}}.
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