8.4.14

DDS cut worm drive production, new version in the works?

The DDS have cut back production of W1A worm drives. Over 20 are now stockpiled in storage and it is though the DDS do not want too many W1As in storage before they switch to an upgraded model.

That version is rumoured to be the W1AA which could power the SUPs like the Missileer 21Bs which receive worm drives later in the year. The W1AA is more robust electrically and also has a more optimised field core. This will reduce power consumption by 8%. W1AAs could start production in the Summer.