PP-076 'Armstrong' Armoured Environment Suit +++

The standard Environment Suit issued to non-military SLA personnel throughout the Worlds Of Progress, the Armstrong has been in widespread use since its introduction by Power Projects in Year 387 and can be found employed on a variety of SLA owned ships and orbital stations. The suit is constructed around a modified version of Power Projects Powercell chassis unit and exo skeleton which has had several additional systems added to it to allow it to function in the vacuum of space. Primary of these is the replacement of the usual interior lining of the suit with a special multi-layered pressure garment which not only allows the wearer to operate comfortably in a range of low or zero atmosphere enviroments, but also incorporates its own computer controlled heating and cooling system which is able to automatically adjust to external conditions. Constructed from high density flak fiber weave, the outer shell of this garment was also the first to incorporate a thin layer of sealant gel which automatically hardens on contact with vacuum and is capable plugging any breaches in the suits integrity before they become life threatening, a feature that PP have repeated on all its other environment suit designs since. Life support and power are provided by a compact backpack unit which is fitted with an advanced oxygen re-breather unit and filter system capable of providing air to the user for up to 60 hours without the need to recharge. A large capacity power cell also comes as standard and can run the Armstrong's systems continuously for over 8000 hours. In addition to the main backpack the suit comes fitted with an additional emergency chest pack containing a four hour oxygen supply and backup 100 hour power cell. All Armstrong's come with UV/IR capable, anti-dazzle visors as standard as well as two 300 watt shoulder mounted spot lights and a 140 watt helmet light. For use in zero g enviroments there is the option of fitting small micro maneuvering thrusters to the suits to help prevent the wearer becoming stranded or unable to change their orientation or velocity, these though are only really intended for short jumps between handholds and were not designed for traveling any great distance. At the cost of its strength augumentation the Armstrong also has the advantage of being able to carry heavier armour than the standard version of Powercell. This not only improves its protection factor and makes its stronger and more resilient, but also helps to protect the wearer from such things as micro meteor hits and other hazards. Issued to operatives for a variety of missions such as maintenance reconnaissance or exploration the Armstrong offers both exceptional protection and durability combined with high build quality and a proven track record.

Game Notes

Due to the additional systems and armour the Armstrong carries it is unable to offer the same strength argumentation as the standard version of Powercell it is based on.