The Bridge - Discussion

[Shadow_7]

Gloria says that the bridge is the KEY to unlocking all of Destiny's systems. Which would imply that it's not directly the way to control everything. Which would probably be this is the nerve center, happy camping.

I guess I missed the webisodes since it required M$ something or other to get to the sub page. And since linux is my primary OS, there's just somethings you dismiss as maybe someday...

[JustAnotherVoice]

I think in a general ship design sense, and considering the display/interface technology we've seen, there is really no reason that every station on the bridge shouldn't be able to perform every function if necessary.

Practically, you'll likely seat specialists at each station, but in a battle, if the weapons officer gets injured or something the navigation officer shouldn't have to get out of his seat to fire the weapons systems. It should be as simple as him pressing a button to call up the weapons interface and execute the commands directly from his station.

Given the layout of the bridge (i.e. how few stations there seem to be), I would imagine that the only systems directly controlled from the bridge would be navigation. Weapons and such are probably coordinated from the bridge, but given the sheer size of Destiny, I would think that individual gun batteries are directly controlled locally on a ship with more than 2 guns.

At least that would make more sense than having anyone double as the primary gunner on a practical work load level. It probably makes more sense for the captain to switch over to AI gunnery in the heat of battle.

[xxxevilgrinxxx]

webisodes???

It seems like Rush is just trying to see what the bridge does and learning how to use it. Perhaps using it too much in the process of learning. Once he's familiar enough with the system. And/Or wrote a program to ensure that he can take control as he see's fit. I'm sure he'll bring others into the fold to make things work better. Although probably not until the last couple of episodes of this season IMO. Someone is going to have to train them to use the bridge. I said fire the main gun, not eject the escape pods. Besides he can't exactly convince everyone of his ability to lead if he's always talking to himself.

I have a very hard time seeing Rush willingly giving up that kind of control. I can see where his hand may be forced by actions, or the concern that someone else would notice it, but willingly? I find that hard to believe.

Gloria says that the bridge is the KEY to unlocking all of Destiny's systems. Which would imply that it's not directly the way to control everything. Which would probably be this is the nerve center, happy camping.

I guess I missed the webisodes since it required M$ something or other to get to the sub page. And since linux is my primary OS, there's just somethings you dismiss as maybe someday...

I think the Destiny, through Gloria and earlier Daniel, gave him hints. I have the feeling this is head-related, not hardware related and that he won't be able to control Destiny until his head is in the right place

[Pharaoh Atem]

Interesting concept. The bridge retracts into the ship. To provide the additional protection of the hull?

Any other observations of interest?

no IMO it was simply a cover to the windows similar to the SG1 blast doors

[morbosfist]

It wasn't a cover. The section of the hull raises visibly higher during that sequence.

[Pharaoh Atem]

It wasn't a cover. The section of the hull raises visibly higher during that sequence.

oh ok. i don't pay a lot of attention when watching.

[KEK]

Jamil said in an interview that

Spoiler:

Destiny absorbs consciousnesses

but he's been known to get things wrong, and by the look on Alaina's face he wasn't meant to spoil it

[Shadow_7]

I don't think that Rush's head will ever be in the right place. Why/how would it. You don't get off on staring at numbers and formulas all day if your head is on straight to start with. He seems generally bored with people in general. But ultimately he will have to admit to being only one man. And the ship wasn't designed for him and only him. No matter how much he wants it to be so.

[mjwalshe]

Given the layout of the bridge (i.e. how few stations there seem to be), I would imagine that the only systems directly controlled from the bridge would be navigation. Weapons and such are probably coordinated from the bridge, but given the sheer size of Destiny, I would think that individual gun batteries are directly controlled locally on a ship with more than 2 guns.

At least that would make more sense than having anyone double as the primary gunner on a practical work load level. It probably makes more sense for the captain to switch over to AI gunnery in the heat of battle.

I would assume that theres a central FC center (deep in the bowels of the ship) that takes data from the sensors and assigns guns to target and compute the firing solutions.

[knowles2]

it's possible. they both seemed to come outta nowhere. but what the heck is Rush playing at hiding the fact he has full or virtually full control of Destiny? i mean come on if he can go to the bridge and do whatever arent they gonna have to form some sort of brigde crew? Young being Captain and Rush probably in charge of engineering? ok that sound very star trekkie but it's like 2.40 AM here and i'm shattered

You think Rush want young as Captain, that why he kept it secret, he does not trust Young or the rest of the crew. Plus it his ace up sleeve that he can pull out anytime he want to.

[Shai Hulud]

I think the Destiny, through Gloria and earlier Daniel, gave him hints. I have the feeling this is head-related, not hardware related and that he won't be able to control Destiny until his head is in the right place

Destiny is testing Rush.

[garhkal]

I agree, having this as is, is a big ace up his sleeve. And even if others find out what rush is up to, without the code to open the bridge up, it won't do them much good.

[dacooker]

I agree, having this as is, is a big ace up his sleeve. And even if others find out what rush is up to, without the code to open the bridge up, it won't do them much good.

Spoiler:

Episode 7 'The Greater Good', the crew finds the bridge while Rush and Young are in a alien ship on the hull.

You have to wonder if keeping it a secret, it's really an ace up the sleeve, so to speak. I mean it's cost them Riley, a shuttle and probable FTL engine damage so far.

[Trinary]

Rush was portrayed rightly as a University Professor who chasing his own big discovery. But often failed to figure out the master plan behind the design. The more he access the grand secret of the Ancient, the more he fail to use his knowledge into a good use to get the solution.

Eli could make Rush feel stupid and cornered. Col. Young always get into Rush's nerve. Not the best condition to develop his character into a better person. He is the follower type person who dream of the absolute freedom to do anything. Not the right person who should not be lead or have a sense of responsibility. A common character for a head of engineering of a ship.

[Shadow_7]

Destiny is testing Rush.

I agree. It seems that Destiny is evaluating Rush's fitness to command. Why else ask, what do you intend to do. After watching it for the 3rd time.