Jump signature detector

First appearing at Tech Level 9 and beyond, jump signature detectors to determine movements of space-faring vessels utilising Jump drive technology.

Typical applications in populated systems are for the monitoring and regulation of commercial, private and governmental vessels in a predictable and economic fashion.

At higher levels along the Tech Index, more advanced examples will include the determination of the entrance/exit of jump transit, the mass of the spacecraft, the classification and possibly the identity of the vessel producing the Jump signature.

This technology is usually integrated with other devices on a multi-purpose platform, typically deployed on a probe or purpose built satellite for navigational, communications and in certain instances, armed system defense.

Size and mass are dependent upon specified tasks and overall financial considerations.

Typical size with standardized nav beacon and transmitter relay is 20 meters in height and 10 meters in diameter.