Synopsis: Writing exercise about a futuristic technological achievement.
Setting: Federation Starfleet Command, Circa 24th Century
Writing Topic: New Transporter Technologies
Executive Summary: Think of the H.A.T.T. system as a virtual worm-hole or a worm-hole simulator. But instead of using a singularity or space folding technology, the worm-hole is simulated by a holographic system and an otherwise normal mater/energy transporter.
H.A.T.T. stands for Holographic Assist Tactical Transporter, which is a particular transport rig and holographic array combination that uses a specialized matter transport scheme to create an illusion that allows subjects to perceive they are merely walking down a hall during the transport process.
The illusion is supported by a simultaneous transport using traditional technologies, overlaid with "holographic masking." The masking is achieved on a grid configured in such a way that the transporter buffer is able to maintain visual simulation during the entire transport process. The main effect being sought is the total absence of a "light show" during transport. All visual artifacts normally perceived during transport are replaced with a normal looking environment for both observers and subjects.
On one side of the transport cycle, the entrance to a real hallway exists or a holographic hallway is projected. The other half of the hallway is an exit on the other location. The subject merely walks through the hallway to the other side with no other obvious effects except that the other side of the hallway is in a vastly remote location.
Both or neither sides of the hallway need be holographic, yet the usual buffer cycle is "hidden" during transport by holographic means. For example, if both sides of the hallway are real physical hallways, a one-way holographic block (or plug) is formed on both ends and a holographic "morph" transition is generated in the middle.
From the standpoint of technology, a standard transport buffer is being utilized. The length of the holographic hallway will roughly dictate the buffer delay requirements. Longer buffers require longer hallway simulations.
For site-to-site transport, a non-holographic hallway that has a "dead-end" on one side can serve as one half of the transport to avoid the need for a holographic block (or plug). The other side of the transport can also be a similar non-holographic hallway, if one is available. The middle of the hallway will be morphed or blended holographically to create a seamless transition to the subject. The transition can be created automatically or crafted by a Starfleet Certified Holographic Developer (the HDK is available on the Starfleet central database, keyword: GOHATT).
Depending on the situation, personnel can configure H.A.T.T. to allow bi-directional or uni-directional movement through the hallway.
Bi-directional movement means subjects can walk in either direction through the hallway. With this configuration, ongoing emergency transports can be established to move specialists and equipment where needed. For example, in the case of a natural disaster where there may be multiple triage points, medical personnel and doctors would be able to use H.A.T.T. to move quickly and freely from one location to the other without needing to coordinate with traditional transporter crew.
Uni-directional movement means subjects can only walk in one direction through the hallway. This configuration lends itself to military and security situations where personnel are needed, but security is heightened.
There is also a blend of bi-directional/uni-directional movement. The blended movement can be predicated on the density of the subject or other types of discrimination. This would allow personnel to transport even when either side of transport has differing atmospheric pressures or is between underwater environments.
This blended pattern can also be configured to allow or filter weapons fire to some extent.
Setting: Federation Starfleet Command, Circa 24th Century
Writing Topic: New Transporter Technologies
Executive Summary: Think of the H.A.T.T. system as a virtual worm-hole or a worm-hole simulator. But instead of using a singularity or space folding technology, the worm-hole is simulated by a holographic system and an otherwise normal mater/energy transporter.
H.A.T.T. stands for Holographic Assist Tactical Transporter, which is a particular transport rig and holographic array combination that uses a specialized matter transport scheme to create an illusion that allows subjects to perceive they are merely walking down a hall during the transport process.
The illusion is supported by a simultaneous transport using traditional technologies, overlaid with "holographic masking." The masking is achieved on a grid configured in such a way that the transporter buffer is able to maintain visual simulation during the entire transport process. The main effect being sought is the total absence of a "light show" during transport. All visual artifacts normally perceived during transport are replaced with a normal looking environment for both observers and subjects.
On one side of the transport cycle, the entrance to a real hallway exists or a holographic hallway is projected. The other half of the hallway is an exit on the other location. The subject merely walks through the hallway to the other side with no other obvious effects except that the other side of the hallway is in a vastly remote location.
Both or neither sides of the hallway need be holographic, yet the usual buffer cycle is "hidden" during transport by holographic means. For example, if both sides of the hallway are real physical hallways, a one-way holographic block (or plug) is formed on both ends and a holographic "morph" transition is generated in the middle.
From the standpoint of technology, a standard transport buffer is being utilized. The length of the holographic hallway will roughly dictate the buffer delay requirements. Longer buffers require longer hallway simulations.
For site-to-site transport, a non-holographic hallway that has a "dead-end" on one side can serve as one half of the transport to avoid the need for a holographic block (or plug). The other side of the transport can also be a similar non-holographic hallway, if one is available. The middle of the hallway will be morphed or blended holographically to create a seamless transition to the subject. The transition can be created automatically or crafted by a Starfleet Certified Holographic Developer (the HDK is available on the Starfleet central database, keyword: GOHATT).
Depending on the situation, personnel can configure H.A.T.T. to allow bi-directional or uni-directional movement through the hallway.
Bi-directional movement means subjects can walk in either direction through the hallway. With this configuration, ongoing emergency transports can be established to move specialists and equipment where needed. For example, in the case of a natural disaster where there may be multiple triage points, medical personnel and doctors would be able to use H.A.T.T. to move quickly and freely from one location to the other without needing to coordinate with traditional transporter crew.
Uni-directional movement means subjects can only walk in one direction through the hallway. This configuration lends itself to military and security situations where personnel are needed, but security is heightened.
There is also a blend of bi-directional/uni-directional movement. The blended movement can be predicated on the density of the subject or other types of discrimination. This would allow personnel to transport even when either side of transport has differing atmospheric pressures or is between underwater environments.
This blended pattern can also be configured to allow or filter weapons fire to some extent.
Other Uses :: Psychological Treatment
People who suffer from Barclay Disorder (an extreme form of transporter anxiety, not to be confused with Barclay's Protomorphosis Syndrome) may find H.A.T.T. much more preferable since the transporter cycle can not typically be perceived by the subject. It may also be used to assist in psychological treatment by professionals.
Other Uses :: Low Impact Intervention
Xenologists and diplomats may be able to use the H.A.T.T. system to conduct low impact intervention where exposure to technology may interfere with the normal development of emerging civilizations.
It may also be useful in subduing technological exposure for civilizations that accept the technology but are bothered by it or find it offensive to showcase such achievements.
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