Quantum drive



The quantum drive is an engine based on the manipulation of the quantum medium, which allow ships to cross the distances between the bodies of a star system. Currently, ship in quantum will travel at approximately 0.2c, or 20% of the speed of light.

Jump Drives
Jump Drive

Most quantum drives are capable of being "upgraded" to allow for the usage of Jump points.

History
On May 3, 2075, the first self-sustaining quantum drive engine was completed by Dr. Scott Childress along with a team from RSI. It was capable of space travel at 1% of the speed of light. Overnight, the space travel industry was born and spaceflight for civilians became possible.

In 2214, RSI released its Poseidon fusion engine, pushing the new speed limit of space travel to 10% of the speed of light, or 18,600 miles per second.