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|Type= Cube | |Type= Cube | ||
|Active= [[24th century]] | |Active= [[24th century]] | ||
| − | |Volume= | + | |Volume= 3,000 cubic meters |
| − | |Crew= | + | |Crew= up to 130,000 |
| + | |Enlisted= N/A | ||
| + | |Emergency Crew=N/A | ||
|Speed= [[Transwarp]] capable | |Speed= [[Transwarp]] capable | ||
| − | |Armament= [[Torpedo]]es, [[cutting beam]]s, [[magnetometric guided charge]]s, [[shield neutralizer]] | + | |Armament= [[Torpedo]]es, [[cutting beam]]s, [[magnetometric guided charge]]s, [[shield neutralizer]], [[tractor beam]]s |
| − | |Defenses= [[Deflector shield]]s, [[subspace field]], [[electromagnetic field]], [[regeneration]] | + | |Phasers= Phasers (unknown type) |
| + | |Torpedoes= Torpedoes (unknown type) | ||
| + | |Arm Other= [[cutting beam|Cutting Beams]], [[magnetometric guided charge]]s, [[tractor beam]]s | ||
| + | |Defenses= [[Deflector shield]]s, [[subspace field]], [[Electromagnetic|electromagnetic field]], [[Borg alcove|regeneration]] | ||
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The '''Borg cube''' was the primary vessel of the [[Borg Collective]]. | The '''Borg cube''' was the primary vessel of the [[Borg Collective]]. | ||
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== Encounters == | == Encounters == | ||
| − | The first officially publicized [[Federation]] contact with a Borg cube took place in [[2365]], when the | + | The first officially publicized [[Federation]] contact with a Borg cube took place in [[2365]], when the [[USS Enterprise, NCC-1701-D|Enterprise-D]] encountered a single cube in [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/System_J-25 System J-25], located in the [[Beta Quadrant]]. This encounter was due to the interference of the [[Q]] being, who claimed he was giving the Federation an advantage, and a look into their future, and who they would meet should they continue exploring the galaxy. |
| + | * Civilian researchers on board the [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/USS_Raven USS Raven] had previously tracked a Borg cube a decade earlier in [[2353]]. | ||
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| − | When the USS ''Enterprise''-D experienced malfunctions due to Wesley Crusher's [[nanite]]s in 2366, [[sensor]]s erroneously detected an approaching | + | Every Star Fleet encounter with a single Borg cube resulted in heavy losses for the Star Fleet vessels. At the [[Wolf 359|Battle of Wolf 359]], 39 out of 40 ships were lost, and dozens more in the [[Battle of Sector 001|incursion]] of [[2373]]. Normally, a single Borg cube was capable of eliminating all the elements of civilization from an entire [[planet]]. When the USS ''Enterprise''-D experienced malfunctions due to Wesley Crusher's [[nanite]]s in 2366, [[sensor]]s erroneously detected an approaching cube, which proved to be nonexistent. |
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| + | Thousands of cubes were estimated to exist in Borg space in the [[Delta Quadrant]]. The largest grouping of cubes directly observed by [[Star Fleet]] was fifteen, by the crew of the [[USS Voyager, NCC-74656|USS Voyager]] in late [[2373]]. | ||
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== Technical data == | == Technical data == | ||
===Design=== | ===Design=== | ||
| − | The Borg cube was extremely large in size, measuring 28 cubic | + | The Borg cube was extremely large in size, measuring 28 cubic kilometers (6.7 cubic miles) in volume, with each side measuring more than three kilometers. In [[2366]], [[USS Enterprise, NCC-1701-D#Elizabeth Shelby|Commander Shelby]] estimated that a cube could remain operative even if 78% of it was destroyed. |
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===Propulsion systems=== | ===Propulsion systems=== | ||
| − | + | Borg cubes were capable of both [[warp]] and [[transwarp]] velocities, in part, thanks to their network of [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Transwarp_corridor subspace corridors] and [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Transwarp_hub hubs]. When a Borg cube enters a [[transwarp conduit]] it projects a [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Structural_integrity_field structural integrity field] ahead of the Cube to compensate for the extreme turbulence. To compensate for the extreme temporal stress while traveling through these corridors, and remain in temporal sync, a [[chroniton]] field was also projected through specially designed conduits. | |
| − | Borg cubes were capable of both [[warp]] and [[transwarp]] velocities, in part, thanks to their | + | |
===Tactical systems=== | ===Tactical systems=== | ||
The main tactic employed by Cubes when engaging another vessel was to seize it with a [[tractor beam]] and render its defenses useless by draining its shields. Thus, the cube could perform any type of action, ranging from destruction to assimilation, on the defenseless ship. | The main tactic employed by Cubes when engaging another vessel was to seize it with a [[tractor beam]] and render its defenses useless by draining its shields. Thus, the cube could perform any type of action, ranging from destruction to assimilation, on the defenseless ship. | ||
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Following the failure of enemy shields, the cube usually engaged a [[cutting beam]] to slice sections of the ship for assimilation. | Following the failure of enemy shields, the cube usually engaged a [[cutting beam]] to slice sections of the ship for assimilation. | ||
| − | + | The cutting beam could also be used as a weapon to destroy vessels showing resistance. During the [[Wolf 359|Battle of Wolf 359]], the [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/USS_Melbourne USS Melbourne] and the [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/USS_Saratoga_(NCC-31911) USS Saratoga] were annihilated by cutting beams. | |
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| − | + | In addition, a Borg cube's weaponry also included [[disruptor]] beams and [[torpedo]]es. During the [[2366]]-[[2367]] incursion, a cube obliterated three ships of the [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Mars_Defense_Perimeter Mars Defense Perimeter] with torpedoes. The concentrated fire of three Borg disruptor beams was able to reduce [[USS Voyager]]'s [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Ablative_generator ablative generator]-deployed armor hull integrity, a highly advanced future Star Fleet defense technology, to 40%. | |
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=== Support vehicles === | === Support vehicles === | ||
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Ships up to the size of a Borg sphere were able to be docked inside a Borg cube for assimilation, supplies or escape purposes. | Ships up to the size of a Borg sphere were able to be docked inside a Borg cube for assimilation, supplies or escape purposes. | ||
At least one Borg cube, and possibly others of its class, contained a [[Borg sphere]]. The only known recorded purpose of a sphere disengaged from a Borg cube was for escape. The sphere is the only documented support vehicle a Borg cube possessed. | At least one Borg cube, and possibly others of its class, contained a [[Borg sphere]]. The only known recorded purpose of a sphere disengaged from a Borg cube was for escape. The sphere is the only documented support vehicle a Borg cube possessed. | ||
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== Interior design == | == Interior design == | ||
| − | Borg cubes were typically manned by | + | Borg cubes were typically manned by thousands of drones, and could vary in capacity from 5,000 to 64,000 to 129,000 drones. |
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[[Borg]] cubes were highly decentralized in structure. No specific [[bridge]], living [[quarters]] or [[engineering]] section was observed. All vital systems were spread throughout the ship, which, along with the presence of a regenerative outer hull, made it highly resistant to damage and system failures. | [[Borg]] cubes were highly decentralized in structure. No specific [[bridge]], living [[quarters]] or [[engineering]] section was observed. All vital systems were spread throughout the ship, which, along with the presence of a regenerative outer hull, made it highly resistant to damage and system failures. | ||
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| − | Some vessels are equipped with [ | + | Information and Collective communication were routed through power waveguide conduits and distribution nodes. Its exterior design consisted of perpendicular and diagonal grids, struts, and weaponry, allowing a characteristic green light to emanate from within. |
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| + | Some vessels are equipped with ''[https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Maturation_chamber Maturation chambers],'' which keep young lifeforms in stasis until they are ready to operate at maximum capacity as drones. | ||
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| + | The internal pressure aboard a Borg cube was two [https://memory-alpha.fandom.com/wiki/Kilopascal kilopascals] above what would be normal on a [[Federation]] [[starship]]. The humidity was on average 92%, and the temperature was at 39.1 °C / 102.38 °F. The atmosphere contained traces of [[tetryon]] particles. The infrastructure was made of [[tritanium]], an ore known for its extreme hardness. | ||
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Latest revision as of 19:24, 23 August 2021
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| Affiliation: | Borg Collective |
| Type: | Cube |
| Active: | 24th century |
| Crew complement: | Officers: up to 130,000 Enlisted: N/A Emergency: N/A |
| Armament: | Phasers: Phasers (unknown type) Torpedoes: Torpedoes (unknown type) Other: Cutting Beams, magnetometric guided charges, tractor beams |
| Defenses: | Deflector shields, subspace field, electromagnetic field, regeneration |
The Borg cube was the primary vessel of the Borg Collective.
Contents
Encounters
The first officially publicized Federation contact with a Borg cube took place in 2365, when the Enterprise-D encountered a single cube in System J-25, located in the Beta Quadrant. This encounter was due to the interference of the Q being, who claimed he was giving the Federation an advantage, and a look into their future, and who they would meet should they continue exploring the galaxy.
- Civilian researchers on board the USS Raven had previously tracked a Borg cube a decade earlier in 2353.
Every Star Fleet encounter with a single Borg cube resulted in heavy losses for the Star Fleet vessels. At the Battle of Wolf 359, 39 out of 40 ships were lost, and dozens more in the incursion of 2373. Normally, a single Borg cube was capable of eliminating all the elements of civilization from an entire planet. When the USS Enterprise-D experienced malfunctions due to Wesley Crusher's nanites in 2366, sensors erroneously detected an approaching cube, which proved to be nonexistent.
Thousands of cubes were estimated to exist in Borg space in the Delta Quadrant. The largest grouping of cubes directly observed by Star Fleet was fifteen, by the crew of the USS Voyager in late 2373.
Technical data
Design
The Borg cube was extremely large in size, measuring 28 cubic kilometers (6.7 cubic miles) in volume, with each side measuring more than three kilometers. In 2366, Commander Shelby estimated that a cube could remain operative even if 78% of it was destroyed.
Propulsion systems
Borg cubes were capable of both warp and transwarp velocities, in part, thanks to their network of subspace corridors and hubs. When a Borg cube enters a transwarp conduit it projects a structural integrity field ahead of the Cube to compensate for the extreme turbulence. To compensate for the extreme temporal stress while traveling through these corridors, and remain in temporal sync, a chroniton field was also projected through specially designed conduits.
Tactical systems
The main tactic employed by Cubes when engaging another vessel was to seize it with a tractor beam and render its defenses useless by draining its shields. Thus, the cube could perform any type of action, ranging from destruction to assimilation, on the defenseless ship.
Following the failure of enemy shields, the cube usually engaged a cutting beam to slice sections of the ship for assimilation.
The cutting beam could also be used as a weapon to destroy vessels showing resistance. During the Battle of Wolf 359, the USS Melbourne and the USS Saratoga were annihilated by cutting beams.
In addition, a Borg cube's weaponry also included disruptor beams and torpedoes. During the 2366-2367 incursion, a cube obliterated three ships of the Mars Defense Perimeter with torpedoes. The concentrated fire of three Borg disruptor beams was able to reduce USS Voyager's ablative generator-deployed armor hull integrity, a highly advanced future Star Fleet defense technology, to 40%.
Support vehicles
Ships up to the size of a Borg sphere were able to be docked inside a Borg cube for assimilation, supplies or escape purposes.
At least one Borg cube, and possibly others of its class, contained a Borg sphere. The only known recorded purpose of a sphere disengaged from a Borg cube was for escape. The sphere is the only documented support vehicle a Borg cube possessed.
Interior design
Borg cubes were typically manned by thousands of drones, and could vary in capacity from 5,000 to 64,000 to 129,000 drones.
Borg cubes were highly decentralized in structure. No specific bridge, living quarters or engineering section was observed. All vital systems were spread throughout the ship, which, along with the presence of a regenerative outer hull, made it highly resistant to damage and system failures.
Information and Collective communication were routed through power waveguide conduits and distribution nodes. Its exterior design consisted of perpendicular and diagonal grids, struts, and weaponry, allowing a characteristic green light to emanate from within.
Some vessels are equipped with Maturation chambers, which keep young lifeforms in stasis until they are ready to operate at maximum capacity as drones.
The internal pressure aboard a Borg cube was two kilopascals above what would be normal on a Federation starship. The humidity was on average 92%, and the temperature was at 39.1 °C / 102.38 °F. The atmosphere contained traces of tetryon particles. The infrastructure was made of tritanium, an ore known for its extreme hardness.
