7956 Zhen Xiu
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Type: Affiliation: Star(s): Discovered: |
Single Star Unaligned, Neutral Space 7956 Zhen Xiu Zhen Xiu (2089) |
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7956 Zhen Xiu I 7956 Zhen Xiu II 7956 Zhen Xiu III 7956 Zhen Xiu IV |
| Survey Missions: |
U.S.S. Cassini, Captain Tellara sh'Zarath, Commanding (2421, incomplete) U.S.S. Dallas, Captain Alexandria Holmes, Commanding (2421, incomplete) |
First discovered in 2089 by Betarian astronomer Zhen Xiu, the 7956 Zhen Xiu system is largely unremarkable. Located within the Alpha-7190 Sector, 7956 Zhen Xiu features a single M3 V Red Dwarf, with four planets (two of which are Class C, two Class P).
The system features no known lifeforms and no substantial deposits of rare elements such as Dilithium meaning it has a low priority for exploration.
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Spectral Class: Stellar Class: Magnitude: |
M-Type Main Sequence Star M3V 10.6 |
Following a survey by the U.S.S. Endeavour, a low orbit solar station was discovered within the stars upper atmosphere. The station shares similar design and construction qualities with Iconian structures, however it is too deep within the stars atmosphere to mount additional exploration or recovery efforts, even with the assistance of metaphasic shielding. The purpose of this structure is unknown.
//Associated Database Entries//
7956 Zhen Xiu I
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Planetary Classification: Semi-Major Axis: Average Temperature: Rotational Period (1 Day): Orbital Period (1 Year): |
C - Geoinactive 0.17 AU -78.6°C 58.4 days 58.4 days |
Despite being within the star’s thin habitable zone, 7956 Zhen Xiu I’s long rotational period, in combination with the equal length orbital period results in one side of the planet being left in perpetual darkness. No water of any form or atmosphere has been detected on the planet.
7956 Zhen Xiu Asteroid Belt
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Planetary Classification: Semi-Major Axis: |
Asteroid Belt 0.3 AU |
An asteroid belt located within the 7956 Zhen Xiu system.
Two stations built into what were believed to be asteroids have been discovered, with a field of radiation between them. It is unclear what purpose, if any, this field of radiation serves. One of the stations was boarded by the crew of the U.S.S. Sun Tzu and was discovered to have been a research laboratory holding a number of spaceborne life forms commonly found in the Alpha Quadrant.
//Associated Database Entries//
AAR: Eye of Mine I
7956 Zhen Xiu II
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Planetary Classification: Semi-Major Axis: Average Temperature: Rotational Period (1 Day): Orbital Period (1 Year): |
C - Geoinactive 0.42 AU -168°C 2.42 hours 230 days |
Far outside the stars cold zone 7956 Zhen Xiu II is largely a barren rock in space. There has been no water or atmosphere detected.
7956 Zhen Xiu III
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Planetary Classification: Semi-Major Axis: Average Temperature: Rotational Period (1 Day): Orbital Period (1 Year): |
P - Glaciated 0.67 AU -191°C 14.6 days 1.29 years |
Far outside the stars cold zone 7956 Zhen Xiu III is largely a ball of ice in space. All water on this planet is solid ice. It is unknown how deep the ice is, nor what may lay within or beneath it.
7956 Zhen Xiu IV
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Planetary Classification: Semi-Major Axis: Average Temperature: Rotational Period (1 Day): Orbital Period (1 Year): |
P - Glaciated 1.19 AU -196°C 2.93 days 3.06 years |
Far outside the stars cold zone 7956 Zhen Xiu IV is largely a ball of ice in space. All water on this planet is solid ice. It is unknown how deep the ice is, nor what may lay within or beneath it.
There is a ring of interstellar debris around the equator of the planet.
References
Adapted from Sam’s STAR SYSTEM: Valens post, with images and information from Universe Sandbox.