Starfleet PADDs: The 4"x6" Deep Space Nine/ Voyager Era Circa 2369-2378

So as an engineer these devices are simplistic. They are simple touch screen devices that are capable of retrieving requested data from a local database much like our current WIFI touch screen tablets pulling data off of a cloud service. There are major differences though in regards to overall computing power. I suspect that these devices never lag or freeze unless the connection to the database is lost, and in this case the PADD would switch over to local memory. Another question would be the general power source. I would suspect that there’s a wireless power source that allows for use in land base facilities, space stations and while aboard a ship. As a secondary power source for when out of range of these systems would most likely be an energy harvesting circuit tied to a super capacitor of some sort. This would allow for extended use away from wireless power systems. Overall a very realistic concept with current technologies circa 2014 although the devices of Star Trek are much more stylish then our own.

As for a real version….well we have either static props or possibly some partially interactive props with LEDs and buttons to change the LEDs sequences and sounds. So I present for you a static prop kit as shown below. I will be building mine as soon as the weather improves and I can spray paint outside. If you want a kit as shown send me a message!

The current kit cost is $40 and includes the following: 1 top plate, 1 mid-plate, 1 bottom plate, 1 high quality decal sheet with clear gloss finishing laminate, and assembly instructions.

Kit Details: The plates that make up the PADD are laser cut from black Plexiglas. The decal sheet will be 1 of 6 styles of LCARS graphics design by myself and randomly chose for your shipment. If you order 2 however you will not receive duplicates. The decals are kiss-cut so no manual cutting will be required and full color digitally printed on 3M Brand white vinyl with and outdoor rating of 3-5 years. The decals also include a 3M Clear Luster UV Protective laminate custom kiss-cut to shape. The instructions call out recommended paints, and a short list of tools and materials needed to complete this kit as well as step by step instructions.

How to buy: Go to the Amazon link below.
http://www.amazon.com/Star-Trek-Voyager-Small-Replica/dp/B00S5NBR7Y/ref=sr_1_53?ie=UTF8&qid=1421680160&sr=8-53&keywords=Star+Trek+PADD

If you are looking for a different PADD design send me a message as I will be working on others in the future.