A Simple Design Journal for Autonomous and Hybrid Mechanical Entities.



Thursday, December 29, 2011

Emma



Designation: Set  12, Emma
Model: SAT - 122611
SeriesMasafusa
Type: Special Autonomous Tactical
Description: Partial humanoid, flying type. Single mounted 40mm Auto-Cannon with large-capacity ammunition storage container.
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Monday, December 26, 2011

Hugo



Designation: Set  12, Hugo
Model: AL - 122611
SeriesSadayuki
TypeAutonomous Logistical, 
Description: Bipedal humanoid, medium frame, composite construction. Second generation RAIMIGM (remote adaptive individually modified intelligence generating matrix). Powered by four rectenna (rectifying antenna) panels, independently mounted, requiring a C-Brown series phased array microwave transmitter. Reversed polarity  dermal sensor array.
Notes: Hugo is a combat training model, capable of emulating most known ground-based bipedal AT units. 


Friday, December 23, 2011

Mindy



Designation: Set 12, Mindy
Model: SAT - 122311
SeriesKatsukuni
Type: Special Autonomous Tactical
Description: Biomimetic humanoid, combat type R. Empathic weapon to optical relay targeting system optimized for close range precision. Plenoptic microlens optical array. J-Woo target awareness system.
Notes: Conventional targeting relies on optical sensors to focus on potential targets, relaying that visual information to arm or weapon mount controls to direct firing patterns. Mindy uses light-field gathering technology to generate real-time target awareness planes which allows her weapon control features to operate independently of her primary computational functions, enabling her to flow seamlessly between targeting and damage avoidance.  


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Ian




Designation: Set 12, Ian
Model: AT - 122111
SeriesSuketaka
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description: Small frame non-humanoid biped. Four independently triggered medium range directed-energy weapon modules with phased array bloom reduction. Devoted external weapons system power package. Standard optical array comprised of two condensed lens senors. 
Notes: Satisfying the energy needs of effective laser weaponry with independent power supplies requires a delicate balance of conservation. Ian prolongs his limited battery life by carefully managing the individual firing capabilities of his weapons package. For light, unarmored targets only a short burst from a single module is sufficient. For more resilient enemies, all four cannons may be necessary to achieve the desired results. In either case, it is his adroit calculations of enemy weaknesses that allow him to employ the minimum amount of firepower to cause the required amount impairment.


Sunday, December 18, 2011

Daniel



Designation: Set 12, Daniel
Model: AL - 121811
SeriesNobuyoshi
Type: Autonomous Logistical
Description
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Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Ruth



Designation: Set 12, Ruth
Model: SAL - 121111
SeriesSukekuni
Type: Special Autonomous Logistical
Description: Dorsal mounted universal Lenticular Reentry Vehicle coupling. Clumped booster base module. Shielded cranial covering. Boost assisted extended manipulators.
Notes: Intended as little more than an autonomous deep space tug, Ruth has shown promise as a short range salvage vessel. 


Saturday, December 10, 2011

Blake



Designation: Set 12, Blake
Model: AL - 121111
SeriesSukesada
Type: Autonomous Logistical
Description: Large frame bipedal humanoid. Titanium alloy frame, with carbon fiber exterior paneling. Dedicated high-touch management software, optimized for large scale operational parameters. Integrated wireless and microwave transceivers with modulated Xǐ Năo passive cognitive appropriation capabilities.  
Notes: Built more like a Tactical unit than what would normally be perceived as a management level automaton, Blake nonetheless excedes at organizing large scale operations. While not a true hive-mind, he can take over and control up to twelve individual units simultaneously. Between his size and the Xǐ Năo module, their willingness to cooperate, either physically or mentally, is purely academic


Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Kevin



Designation: Set 12, Kevin
Model: ACS - 120711
Series: Kunihira
Type: Autonomous Civil Service
Description: Heavy frame bipedal humanoid. Bronze plated exterior paneling. Reinforced independent joint structures. Core mounted multiphasic electromagnetic kinetic amplifier.
Notes: Standing at an impressive three and a half meters, and endowed with an impressive kinetic amplifier, Kevin seems the obvious choice for shock and awe crowd management. 


Monday, December 5, 2011

Nigel



Designation: Set 12, Nigel
Model: AT - 120511
Series: Tadayuki
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description
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Sunday, December 4, 2011

Ross

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Designation: Set 12, Ross
Model: AC - 120411
Series: Masayoshi
Type: Special Autonomous Tactical
Description: Small frame insectile type. Dual high-speed fixed-pitch rotary propellers, mounted on independently actuated fully articulated struts. Nano-carbon injector with a high-density hydrofluoric penetration feature. Integrated reservoir capable of carrying 5 microliters of Plasmodium type nanosites.   
Notes: Success during a combative engagement is not simply a matter of causing a greater margin of causalities amongst the enemy forces. That is not to say that victory cannot be obtained by the ultimate achievement of such a goal, but rather that there are more effective methods that the direct pursuit of immediate fatalities. Due in large part to his small size, Ross is capable of infiltrating and infecting oppositional forces with specialized nanosites designed to disrupt biological and biomimetic neural functions. Depending on the specific payload, these microscopic machines can cause blind impulsive aggression, immediate short term memory loss, loss of sensory perception, and spontaneous aphasia.




Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Miles

 
 
Designation: Set 11, Miles
Model: AC - 112911
Series: Toshinaga
Type: Autonomous Construction
Description:
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Monday, November 28, 2011

Arnold



Designation: Set 11, Arnold
Model: AL - 112811
Series: Toshinaga
Type: Autonomous Logistical
Description: Air cooled partially organic bilaterian electronic brain system, capable of exerting centralized control over up to 12 individual tactical units. Quadrupedal mobility system. Twin hardwired standard type optical sensory package.
Notes: Hive-mind technologies are the logical solution to the often convoluted problems of logistic communications. One central brain simultaneously controlling multiple units with the same ease a single automaton requires to perform simple tasks like walking. Arnold cannot control as many units as some, such as Wilbur, but his light frame and high mobility make him a valuable asset in small scale operations.


Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Herschell



Designation: Set 11, Herschell
Model: AS - 112311
Series: Teruhiro
Type: Autonomous Support  
Description: Wheeled quadrupedal midsized chassis. Self contained hybrid electric/micro-fusion powerplant. Independently articulated suspension, with in-hub motors.
Notes: In the early days of automaton design, wheeled mobility was the preferred method of energy efficient locomotion. After the development of the C-Brown and subsequent series phased array microwave transmitters, the greater power requirements for biomimetic appendages became less of an inhibiting factor, and bipedal humanoid type chassis are now considered an industry standard. Herschell was designed to be the perfect marriage between the early autonomous wheeled vehicles and modern biomimetic humanoid types. He is incredibly fast over rough terrain, and he is not dependent on exterior power sources. 


Saturday, November 19, 2011

Madeline



Designation: Set 11, Madeline
Model: SAT - 111911
Series: Sadanori
Type: Special Autonomous Tactical
Description: Bipedal Humanoid, special chassis. Optimized dual-wield weapon capabilities, with dedicated individual targeting logic centers. Rear cranial mounted extending optical sensor, with 360 degree swivel. Powered by eight micro rectenna (rectifying antenna) panels, independently mounted, requiring a C-Brown series phased array microwave transmitter. Self repairing nano polymer light armored core. Titanium joint structures.
Notes: Aesthetics and function have often been at opposing ends of the spectrum in autonomous design. Early in Madeline's development an emphasis was placed on maintaining smooth, seamless lines to create a more graceful profile. However, during combat testing, her low performance rating demanded certain structural changes in order to realize the full potential of her programming. Her extremities, while visually appealing, lacked the resilience needed to single-handedly operate heavier weapon types. In the end, her lower arms and legs were designed by an outside firm, Kuniyoshi, who won a Rotwang award for their telekinetic automaton Patricia. Stronger and faster, the finalized limbs even incorporated a power receiver/transfer system. 


Thursday, November 17, 2011

Casey

 
 
Designation: Set 11, Casey
Model: AS - 111711
Series: Shinryo
Type: Autonomous Support
Description: Medium frame rapid mobility quadruped. Auto-sealing armored dorsal weapons cache. Anterior forced kinetic thrust joint structures. Four shoulder mounted optical sensors, with thermal and infrared capabilities.
Notes: Casey is a high-speed gun runner, able to deliver munitions rapidly to units locked down in combat situations. He can be called upon as a courier to transport hard data, as needed. What he cannot do is stand in one place for any given period of time. This often forces soldiers in need of supplies to chase after him in order recover his payload.


Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Corbin



Designation: Set 11, Corbin
Model: AS - 111511
Series: Kuniteru
Type: Autonomous Support
Description: Variable form bipedal chassis. Collapsing ceramic armored core casing. High definition optical sensory package. Devoted real-time global positioning relay module. Core centered liquid state electronic brain. Independent non-magnetic piezo power supply unit, with external output.
Notes: Corbin is much more than a walking power station, he is also a highly adept battlefield computer, capable of coordinating artillery, air, and ground operations. He can function upright in a purely advisory capacity, or he can curl up his upper torso, retract his manipulator arms and become decent mobile cover.



Sunday, November 13, 2011

Jared

 
 
Designation: Set 11, Jared
Model: AL111311
Series: Harukuni
Type: Autonomous Logistical
Description: Tri-wheeled mobility system.
Notes: Jared is an autonomous isolated data storage unit. 

Friday, November 11, 2011

Roy



Designation: Set 11, Roy
Model: AT-111111
Series: Shigekuni
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description: Bipedal biomimetic humanoid. Pneumatic primary actuator system. Liquid state cognitive processing matrix. Light deflection type titanium armor plating.
Notes: Although not entirely suited for prolonged combat engagements, Roy is a versatile fighter. His lightweight structure coupled with his sturdy armature makes him ideal for airborne and other such rapid deployment options. Unfortunately, his optical capabilities are somewhat lacking in range and clarity, making a sniper specialization out of the question. Typically he is paired with Carlos for just his reason.


Thursday, November 10, 2011

Gwen



Designation: Set 11, Gwen
Model: SAT-111011
Series: Masahiro
Type: Special Autonomous Tactical
Description: Bipedal humanoid long-range limited assistance type. Rear mounted dual phase UN (uranium nitride) reactor, capable of 70 MW thermal / 25 MW electric output, with an active life of 10 years. Single integrated Rothchild AAT-3 weapons system, with optimized .300 Winchester Magnum ammunition, and a 50 round magazine. Full range optical sensory array, including infrared, thermal, low-light, and composite satellite requisitioned imagery.    
Notes: Occasionally an operative is needed who can carry out extended missions without support. Gwen has little trouble waiting for the opportune moment to strike, with more than enough independently generated power to keep her phalange on the firing mechanism for more than a decade without refueling. Armed with an exceptionally efficient weapons system, she can deliver devastating firepower at her leisure.  


Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Lewis



Designation: Set 11, Lewis
Model: AT-110911
Series: Kuniyasu
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description: Bipedal partial humanoid. Tri-digit end of arm manipulator tools. Over-sized armored pauldrons. Dual sub-core optical arrays. Flexing auto-skin armored external layer.
Notes: Simple yet effective, Lewis exemplifies the purely pragmatic approach to tactical design.


Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Ike



Designation: Set 11, Ike
Model: AAT-110811
Series: Sukenao
Type: Autonomous Assistant Tactical
Description: Hexapodal small frame mobile chassis, produced from primarily recycled plastics. Medium range real-time data relay, with high resolution video imaging. Rear mounted grenade body with electronic ignition, physical pin-type safety, and 9.5 ounces of high explosives.
Notes: With an overall weight of just under 20 ounces, Ike can easily be carried alongside typical combat gear. His low profile construction and hexapod leg structure, coupled with his seamless data link, make him a stealthy reconnaissance tool. His explosive body, and assumed identity as a smart grenade, make him a versatile and lethal logistical weapon.     


Monday, November 7, 2011

Artie



Designation: Set 11, Artie
Model: ARG-110711
Series: Sukehiro
Type: Autonomous Resource Gatherer
Description:
Notes: The upper torso was originally designed to be incorporated into a bipedal locomotion system.


Thursday, November 3, 2011

Bryan



Designation: Set 11, Bryan
Model: AT-110311
Series: Shinkai
Type: Autonomous Tactical
Description:
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Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Saul



Designation: Set 11, Saul
Model: AT-110211
Series:Tadayoshi
Type:Autonomous Tactical
Description: Bipedal humanoid, light frame, non-armored type. Biomimetic manipulator arms and end of arm tooling. Extended EMP cranial shielding.
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Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Mark

 
 
Designation: Set 11, Mark
Model: AP - 110111
Series: Kunishige
Type: Autonomous Prototype
Description: Non-humanoid sensor probe.
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Saturday, October 29, 2011

Mason



Designation: Set 10, Mason
Model: ACS - 102911
Series: Tsurushige
Type: Autonomous Civil Service
Description: Non-humanoid quadrupedal chassis. Limited impulse relayed energy propulsion. Twin externally mounted rectenna (rectifying antenna) panels, requiring a C-Brown series phased array microwave transmitter. Reactive flex poly-fiber internal armature with an auto replicating exterior nano-colony shell.
Notes: It is not acceptable to ride Mason.


Friday, October 28, 2011

Norman

 
 
Designation: Set 10, Norman
Model: AC - 102811
Series: Kuninaga
Type: Autonomous Construction
Description: Partial humanoid working frame with limited assisted locomotion. Twelve self contained semi-solid flow cell power supply units. Twin swift function tool arms with variable function manipulator pods. Single heavy manipulator arm with heavy torque amplifiers and integrated welding feature. Triple partitioned electronic brain, with individual hard coded symbiotic intellects.
Notes: Norman was designed to fabricate both interior and exterior parts for automatons. While undoubtedly one of the fastest builders available, his real value lies in his ability to interpret a designers true vision with very little finalized input. Merely dictating a general idea is often enough for him to create a working chassis. Although he is not able to construct armor class projects, he is largely responsible for the finished designs for Bertrand, Lance, and Wilbur to name a few. 
 
 

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Manfred



Designation: Set 10, Manfred
Model: ADS - 102511
Series: Kikuhira
Type: Autonomous Domestic Support
Description: Humanoid construct. Positive force joint structure. On-board negative energy filtration system.
Notes: Although a decent butler, Manfred is prone to maintenance problems and potentially self destructive tendencies. Regular sessions with Jim lessen such eventualities, although residual perceived failure in obligation seems inherent in his initial programming.


Friday, October 21, 2011

Julius



Designation: Set 10, Julius
Model: AL - 102111
Series: Kaneyoshi
Type: Autonomous Logistical
Description:
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Thursday, October 20, 2011

Kyle



Designation: Set 10, Kyle
Model: AS - 102011
Series: Yoshishige
Type: Autonomous Support
Description: Bipedal humanoid, heavy chassis. Cascading style armor plating with self-replicating tri-polymer mesh outer coating. Reactive energy shielded core. Barrier protected optical housing. Independently suspended industrial strength actuator modules. Battery backup system.
Notes: Kyle specializes in corrosive and radioactive environment details. Although somewhat ungainly, he manages to accomplish most tasks with minimal prodding. He does require regular periods of inactivity in order to obtain the resources needed to maintain the self-replicating tri-polymer mesh outer coating on his cascading style armor plating, or so he claims.


Tuesday, October 18, 2011

Pierce

 
 
Designation: Set 10, Pierce
Model: AL - 101811
Series: Munesada
Type: Autonomous Logistical
Description: Bipedal humanoid, heavy frame torso, medium chassis. Integrated EMP field barrier generator with amplified microwave interference relay. Single optical input sensor.
Notes: Pierce is capable of generating a virtually impenetrable limited range sensory deprivation bubble. This can be used as a tactic in the interrogation of hostile automatons, or as a security measure to prevent enemy electronic infiltration of friendly units. His seemingly excessively robust upper body aides in either restraint or assisted transportation.


Monday, October 17, 2011

Garth

 
 
Designation: Set  10, Garth
Model: AS - 101711
Series: Kaneomaru
Type: Autonomous Special
Description: Bipedal humanoid, industrial frame, with over-sized manipulator bodies and integrated kinetic amplifiers.  
Notes: Garth is known for having a strong grip and a steady hand. He is not known for having a great deal of patience.
 
 

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Janette



Designation: Set  10, Janette
Model: SABS - 100611
Series: Moriyuki
Type: Special Autonomous Biological Support
Description: Partial humanoid, quadrupedal wheeled locomotion. Tri-pronged forced kinetic manipulator arms. Extensively indexed records of both human anatomy and autonomous design parameters. CRTAD type strategic reasoning and manipulation electronic mind system.
Notes: Torture, of either humans or automatons, is typically a subject of considerable repugnance in most civilized society. Still, with the latest advancements in electronic shielding and code encryption, often it is necessary to take a more physical approached to intelligence gathering. Janette has the rare ability to outwit and confuse even the most capably secure biomimetic brain systems, and can often obtain information without the use of structural integrity awareness warning protocols. Tearing mechanical entities to shreds while still activated is merely a hobby.


Tuesday, October 4, 2011

Dorian

 
 
Designation: Set  10, "Dorian"
Model: AL - 100411
Series: Kanekado
Type: Autonomous Logistical
Description: Bipedal humanoid, lightweight frame.
Notes: