Jumpdrive is a form of FTL propulsion that works by folding space and punching a rift between two points, thereby allowing the craft to pass from one point to the other in a fraction of the time. Note however that the distance between the two points via the rift can never reach zero, and is more often several hundred thousand kilometers; depending on the jump distance and technology used by the drive.
Jump Ratio[]
The efficiency of Jumpdrive systems can be measured by the EUS unit Jump Ratio; which is the ratio of jump range in AV to rift travel time in kilo Ticks (kT) at 0.1 times the speed of light. For example, a Jump Index of 0.5 means that a jump distance of 1 AV will take approximately 0.5 kT (half an Estari day, or 9.72 hours).
Use[]
Jumpdrive is used by many advanced spacefaring societies. The quality of the drive can vary greatly depending on the technology being used.
| User | Typical Jump Ratio | Max. Jump Range |
|---|---|---|
| Estari Collective | 0.01 | ?? |
| Hexarian Star Republic | 0.08 | 2,000 AV |
| New Alliance | 0.3 | 300 AV |
| Homar Imperium | 0.4 | 200 AV |
| Ocavian Dominion | 0.25 | 500 AV |
| Ralarian Union | 0.2 | 500 AV |
| Shikkar Federation | 0.2 | 1,000 AV |
| Lal Brokar Hive | ?? | ?? |
| Nakarwi Empire | 0.4 | 800 AV |