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{{Ship Class Infobox
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|name=Open Frame 92/Extra-Vehicular Activity
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|class=[[Space fighter]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}}
*Nuclear Fusion Secondary (2)
|role=*Exoatmospheric combat{{Ref/Book|Id=ENC|Enc09|Page=266}}
*Recursive Thrusters (6)<ref name="booster">''[[Halo Waypoint]], Booster Frame article''</ref>
*Disrupt and overwhelm [[capital ship]]s{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}
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|engine=*2 nuclear fusion primary{{Ref/Generic|Id=booster|[[Halo Waypoint]] {{C|[[Xbox 360]] app-only}}|Booster Frame|LocalArchive=Archive:Halo_Waypoint/2009_to_2014/Universe/Technology#Booster_Frame}}
*2 nuclear fusion secondary{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}
*6 recursive thrusters{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}
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|shielding=Yes{{Ref/Film|Id=ThePackage|HLeg|Story=The Package (animated short)}}
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*2 [[80mm ball-mounted rotary cannon]]s{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}
|armament=*[[M92 Principle Gauss Cannon]] (1)<ref name="booster"/>
*12 [[Multiple Independently Targeted Vehicle Pod|MITV Pods]]{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}
*[[80mm ball-mounted rotary cannon]]s (2)<ref name="booster"/>
*1 [[M41 Extended Light Anti-Aircraft Gun|M41 ELAAGat]]{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}
*[[Multiple Independently Targeted Vehicle Pod|MITV Pods]] (12)<ref name="booster"/>
*[[M41 Extended Light Anti-Aircraft Gun|M41 ELAAGat]] (1)<ref name="booster"/>
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*Disrupt/Overwhelm/Adapt
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The '''Open Frame 92/Extra-Vehicular Activity'''<ref name="booster"/><ref>'''[[Halo Encyclopedia]]''' (revised edition), page 266</ref>, or '''booster frame''', is an experimental [[starfighter]] in service with the [[UNSC Navy]], developed by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] as a prototype. They were specifically assigned for [[extra-vehicular activity]] and special operations roles, dropped from hooks within the hangars of specialized UNSC ships. The ship itself has no sealed cockpit, so a [[Vacuum suit|pressurized suit]] must be worn in order to operate the vehicle.<ref>'''Halo Waypoint''', ''Gauss Technology article''</ref><ref name="booster"/>
The '''Open Frame 92/Extra-Vehicular Activity'''{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}, or '''booster frame''', is an experimental [[space fighter]] in service with the [[UNSC Navy]], developed by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]] as a prototype.


==Design and development==
==Overview==
===Design details===
===Design details===
The booster frame is a heavily-armed, open-frame incursive vehicle specifically intended for deep-space use and close-quarters environments. Its weapon loadout is designed primarily for "Disrupt/Overwhelm/Adapt" - a technique employed to deal with the twin problems of field-effect [[energy shielding]] and armor plating. When used in concert, the combination of [[Electromagnetic pulse|EMP]], explosive and projectile force can make surgical incisions in large-scale, otherwise impenetrable defenses.
The Booster Frame was specifically engineered for use by [[SPARTAN-II Program|SPARTAN-II]] units and is only usefully operable in zero-/low-G and zero-/low-atmosphere environments. It placed particular emphasis on fast, exoatmospheric engagements, where it used its high speed, maneuverability, and firepower to disrupt and overwhelm enemy [[warship]]s.{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}} It has no aerodynamic properties beyond its basic mass and thrust quotient.{{Ref/Reuse|booster}} Booster Frames are deployed via a specialized hydraulic winch system which extends from a ventral bay on a select number of modified UNSC warships and undisclosed ONI [[prowlers]].{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}{{Ref/Reuse|ThePackage}}


It was specifically engineered for use by [[SPARTAN-II Program|SPARTAN-II]] units and is only usefully operable in zero-/low-G and zero-/low-atmosphere environments. It has no aerodynamic properties beyond its basic mass and thrust quotient. Booster Frames are deployed directly into vacuum through a specialized hydraulic winch system which extends from a ventral bay on a select number of modified UNSC warships and undisclosed ONI special service vehicles. The booster frame is also protected, at least partially, by energy shields.<ref name="booster"/>
The Booster Frame boasts a number of active protection systems. It is equipped with [[energy shield]]s, which envelopes both the craft and the pilot.{{Ref/Reuse|ThePackage}} They are also fitted with chaff launchers to disrupt [[Plasma turret|plasma torpedoes]]. They can deploy mission-specific equipment if necessary, such as [[Unidentified UNSC scanning device|scanning devices]].{{Ref/Reuse|ThePackage}}


===Weapons===
===Armaments===
The Booster Frame is extremely heavily armed, leading to its classification as ammunition rather than a vehicle. In addition to the weaponry, the Booster Frame is equipped with chaff launchers to disrupt [[Plasma turret|plasma torpedoes]]. Scanning devices can also be launched from the Booster Frames onto starship hulls, to scan for possible signal transmitters.
The booster frame is a heavily-armed, open-frame incursive vehicle specifically intended for deep-space use and close-quarters environments. Its weapon loadout is designed primarily for "Disrupt/Overwhelm/Adapt" - a technique employed to deal with the twin problems of field-effect [[energy shielding]] and armor plating. When used in concert, the combination of [[Electromagnetic pulse|EMP]], explosive and projectile force can make surgical incisions in large-scale, otherwise impenetrable defenses.{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}


*1 '''[[M92 Principle Gauss Cannon]]''' - a powerful [[Magnetic Accelerator Cannon]] that runs along the length of the booster frame. As a drawback, it requires a long time to recharge.<ref name="booster"/>
*1 '''[[M92 Principle Gauss Cannon]]''' - a powerful [[Magnetic Accelerator Cannon]] that runs along the length of the booster frame. As a drawback, it requires a long time to recharge.{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}


*12 '''[[MITV Pod]]s''' - contained in the booster frame's "wings". These pods contain numerous small missiles, capable of inflicting heavy damage upon Covenant shields and starship hulls alike.<ref name="booster"/>
*12 '''[[MITV Pod]]s''' - contained in the booster frame's "wings". These pods contain numerous small missiles, capable of inflicting heavy damage upon Covenant shields and starship hulls alike.{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}


*2 '''[[80mm ball-mounted rotary cannon]]s''' - mounted on the undersides of the booster frame's "wings".<ref name="booster"/>
*2 '''[[80mm ball-mounted rotary cannon]]s''' - mounted on the undersides of the booster frame's "wings".{{Ref/Reuse|booster}} These are the weapons most often utilized in combat.{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}


*1 '''[[M41 ELAAGat]]''' - Extended Light Anti-Aircraft Gun firing gas-jacketed armor piercing [[depleted uranium]] rounds. Contained within the rear part of the frame, this turret is capable of being operated by another soldier who can stand at the back and provide covering fire for the pilot. The turret is a variation of the [[M41 Vulcan Light Anti-Aircraft Gun]], designed to be operable in vacuum. It fires shells with pressurized atmospheric contents to ensure an explosive percussion in a vacuum or other challenging environment.<ref name="booster"/>
*1 '''[[M41 Extended Light Anti-Aircraft Gun|M41 ELAAGat]]''' - Extended Light Anti-Aircraft Gun firing gas-jacketed armor piercing [[depleted uranium]] rounds. Contained within the rear part of the frame, this turret is capable of being operated by another soldier who can stand at the back and provide covering fire for the pilot. The turret is a variation of the [[M41 Vulcan Light Anti-Aircraft Gun]], designed to be operable in vacuum. It fires shells with pressurized atmospheric contents to ensure an explosive percussion in a vacuum or other challenging environment.{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}


===Development history===
==History==
OF92/EVA was developed by the Office of Naval Intelligence in conjunction with [[UNSC Special Forces|Naval Special Operations]] and the [[University of Songnam]]. As evidenced by its open cockpit design, it was developed alongside the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR project]] and in tandem with the research done on EVA, or [[extra-vehicular activity]] technology following the [[Summa Deep Space Incident]]. As with many ONI projects, both the analysis and eventual matériel response were heavily classified. Because their overall cost clashes with their expendable nature, ONI and the UNSC have no plans for widespread application or production. In fact, it is technically classified by the Naval shipping and logistics organization as Aircraft Ammunition rather than Aircraft.<ref name="booster"/>
The OF92 Booster Frame was developed by the [[Office of Naval Intelligence]]'s [[Watershed Division]]{{Ref/Reuse|Enc22}} in conjunction with [[UNSC Special Forces|Naval Special Operations]] and the [[University of Songnam]]. As evidenced by its open cockpit design, it was developed alongside the [[MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor|MJOLNIR project]] and in tandem with the research done on EVA, or [[extra-vehicular activity]] technology following the [[Summa Deep Space Incident]]. As with many ONI projects, both the analysis and eventual matériel response were heavily classified. Because their overall cost clashes with their expendable nature, neither ONI nor the UNSC have no plans for widespread application or production.{{Ref/Reuse|booster}} In fact, it is technically classified by the [[UNSC Navy]] as spacecraft ammunition rather than a spacecraft.{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}}


There are only three officially recorded missions where the Booster Frame's use has been logged.<ref name="booster"/> Five were used in [[2544]] by [[SPARTAN-II Program|SPARTAN-II supersoldiers]] during [[Operation: WARM BLANKET]], an assault on [[Third Fleet of Glorious Consequence|a Covenant fleet]], in an attempt to board a ship and recover the captured [[Catherine Halsey|Dr. Catherine Halsey]]. During the mission, the Booster Frame showed to perform extremely well against Covenant [[Type-31 Seraph]]s.<ref>'''Halo Legends''' - ''The Package''</ref> In [[2558]], five were used by [[SPARTAN-IV Program|SPARTAN-IVs]] in the rescue of the {{UNSCShip|Spirit of Fire}}.<ref name="HE5">'''Halo: Escalation''', ''Issue #5''</ref>
Because Booster Frames can only be used by fully-armored Spartan supersoldiers, their deployments are often heavily classified,{{Ref/Reuse|ENC}} and during the [[Human-Covenant War]] there are only two officially recorded missions where their use has been logged.{{Ref/Reuse|booster}}{{Ref/Note|The ''Halo Waypoint'' article which stated this fact was written in 2009, during which time no post-war-era media had yet been written. Given the Booster Frame's continued service in the years since, it is likely this fact only applies to SPARTAN-II Booster Frame deployments during the war.}} Five were used in [[2544]] by [[SPARTAN-II Program|SPARTAN-II supersoldiers]] during [[Operation: WARM BLANKET]], an assault on [[Third Fleet of Glorious Consequence|a Covenant fleet]] in an attempt to board a ship and recover the captured [[Catherine Halsey|Dr. Catherine Halsey]]. During the mission, the Booster Frame showed to perform extremely well against Covenant [[Type-31 Seraph]]s, although all five were destroyed.{{Ref/Reuse|ThePackage}} In [[2558]], five were used by [[Fireteam Majestic]] and [[SPARTAN-IV program|Spartan]] [[Sarah Palmer]] during the [[Ambush at Oth Lodon]].{{Ref/Comic|Id=HE5|HE|Issue=5}}{{Ref/Comic|Id=HE6|HE|Issue=6}}


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of OF92EVA Booster Frames}}
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:1775205-gallery.png|Concept art from ''[[The Package]]''.
File:ThePackage_BoosterFrame_Concept.png|Concept art from ''[[The Package (animated short)|The Package]]''.
File:ThePackage_BoosterFrame_Turnaround.jpg|Turnaround reference of the Booster Frame from ''The Package''.
File:ThePackage BoosterFrame Rear Render.jpg|Render of the model used in ''The Package''.
File:Booster Frame flight.png|Five Booster Frames ready to launch.
File:Booster Frame flight.png|Five Booster Frames ready to launch.
File:OF92EVA-SF-Engines.png|Rear view of the Booster Frame's [[fusion drive|fusion engines]].
File:OF92EVA-SF-Engines.png|Rear view of the Booster Frame's [[fusion drive|fusion engines]].
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File:OF92EVA control.png|The control panel of the OF92/EVA.
File:OF92EVA control.png|The control panel of the OF92/EVA.
File:OF92EVA-ControlConsole-Reading.png|The control panel receiving a reading from the [[Unidentified UNSC scanning device|scanning device]].
File:OF92EVA-ControlConsole-Reading.png|The control panel receiving a reading from the [[Unidentified UNSC scanning device|scanning device]].
File:OF92EVA-GaussCannonCharge.png|The control panel showing the the total charge for the [[M92 Principle Gauss Cannon|Gauss Cannon]].
File:OF92EVA-GaussCannonCharge.png|The control panel showing the total charge for the [[M92 Principle Gauss Cannon|Gauss Cannon]].
File:OF92EVA ammo.png|Ammo being loaded into the 80mm Rotary Cannons.
File:OF92EVA ammo.png|Ammo being loaded into the 80mm Rotary Cannons.
File:OF92EVA-MITV-RocketPods.png|MITV pods being loaded onto the Booster Frames.
File:OF92EVA-MITV-RocketPods.png|MITV pods being loaded onto the Booster Frames.
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File:Booster Frame HUD.jpg|The HUD of a Booster Frame in flight integrated with the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor.
File:Booster Frame HUD.jpg|The HUD of a Booster Frame in flight integrated with the MJOLNIR Powered Assault Armor.
File:OF92EVA-SF-HUD.png|The Booster Frame's HUD with multiple target lock-on.
File:OF92EVA-SF-HUD.png|The Booster Frame's HUD with multiple target lock-on.
File:Halo-Escalation5.jpg|[[Gabriel Thorne]]'s Booster Frame pursuing an [[Sangheili Ranger]].
File:Halo-Escalation5.jpg|[[Gabriel Thorne]]'s Booster Frame pursuing a [[Sangheili Ranger]] on the cover of ''[[Halo: Escalation]]'' #5.
File:HaloEscalation-BoosterFrames.jpg|Spartan-IVs equipped with Booster Frames.
File:HE5 Madsen's Booster.jpg|[[Anthony Madsen]] enjoying his Booster Frame.
File:MEGA BoosterFrame DesignSheet.jpg|Design sheet for the [[MEGA Brands Halo Toys]] Booster Frame, submitted to 343 Industries for approval.
File:HINF BoosterFrame Ring Concept.jpg|Early concept art for ''[[Halo Infinite]]'' depicting a booster frame amid the wreckage of [[Installation 07]].
</gallery>
</gallery>
{{Linkbox|gallery=yes|gallerypage=Images of OF92EVA Booster Frames}}
{{clear}}


==List of appearances==
==List of appearances==
*''[[Halo Legends]]''
*''[[Halo Legends]]''
**''[[The Package]]'' {{1st}}
**''[[The Package (animated short)|The Package]]'' {{1st}}
*''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
*''[[Halo: Escalation]]''
==Notes==
{{Ref/Notes}}


==Sources==
==Sources==
<references/>
{{Ref/Sources}}
 
{{Human aircraft}}


{{UNSC Ships}}
[[Category:Space fighter classes]]
[[Category:UNSC ship classes]]

Latest revision as of 09:23, December 22, 2023

Open Frame 92/Extra-Vehicular Activity
Booster frame image from the Encyclopedia.
OF92EVA.png
Production information

Manufacturer:

Watershed Division[1]

Class:

Space fighter[1]

Role:

Technical specifications

Length:

8.1 meters (26.7 ft)[1]

Width:

3.3 meters (10.9 ft)[1]

Height:

7.6 meters (25 ft)[1]

Mass:

4.5 tons (4.1 tonnes)[1]

Engine(s):

  • 2 nuclear fusion primary[3]
  • 2 nuclear fusion secondary[3]
  • 6 recursive thrusters[3]

Other system(s):

Chaff/plasma countermeasures[3]

Shielding:

Yes[4]

Armament:

Crew:

1 pilot, 1 rear gunner[1][4]

Chronological and affiliation

Era:

Affiliation:

United Nations Space Command

 

The Open Frame 92/Extra-Vehicular Activity[3][2], or booster frame, is an experimental space fighter in service with the UNSC Navy, developed by the Office of Naval Intelligence as a prototype.

Overview[edit]

Design details[edit]

The Booster Frame was specifically engineered for use by SPARTAN-II units and is only usefully operable in zero-/low-G and zero-/low-atmosphere environments. It placed particular emphasis on fast, exoatmospheric engagements, where it used its high speed, maneuverability, and firepower to disrupt and overwhelm enemy warships.[2] It has no aerodynamic properties beyond its basic mass and thrust quotient.[3] Booster Frames are deployed via a specialized hydraulic winch system which extends from a ventral bay on a select number of modified UNSC warships and undisclosed ONI prowlers.[3][4]

The Booster Frame boasts a number of active protection systems. It is equipped with energy shields, which envelopes both the craft and the pilot.[4] They are also fitted with chaff launchers to disrupt plasma torpedoes. They can deploy mission-specific equipment if necessary, such as scanning devices.[4]

Armaments[edit]

The booster frame is a heavily-armed, open-frame incursive vehicle specifically intended for deep-space use and close-quarters environments. Its weapon loadout is designed primarily for "Disrupt/Overwhelm/Adapt" - a technique employed to deal with the twin problems of field-effect energy shielding and armor plating. When used in concert, the combination of EMP, explosive and projectile force can make surgical incisions in large-scale, otherwise impenetrable defenses.[3]

  • 12 MITV Pods - contained in the booster frame's "wings". These pods contain numerous small missiles, capable of inflicting heavy damage upon Covenant shields and starship hulls alike.[3]
  • 1 M41 ELAAGat - Extended Light Anti-Aircraft Gun firing gas-jacketed armor piercing depleted uranium rounds. Contained within the rear part of the frame, this turret is capable of being operated by another soldier who can stand at the back and provide covering fire for the pilot. The turret is a variation of the M41 Vulcan Light Anti-Aircraft Gun, designed to be operable in vacuum. It fires shells with pressurized atmospheric contents to ensure an explosive percussion in a vacuum or other challenging environment.[3]

History[edit]

The OF92 Booster Frame was developed by the Office of Naval Intelligence's Watershed Division[1] in conjunction with Naval Special Operations and the University of Songnam. As evidenced by its open cockpit design, it was developed alongside the MJOLNIR project and in tandem with the research done on EVA, or extra-vehicular activity technology following the Summa Deep Space Incident. As with many ONI projects, both the analysis and eventual matériel response were heavily classified. Because their overall cost clashes with their expendable nature, neither ONI nor the UNSC have no plans for widespread application or production.[3] In fact, it is technically classified by the UNSC Navy as spacecraft ammunition rather than a spacecraft.[2]

Because Booster Frames can only be used by fully-armored Spartan supersoldiers, their deployments are often heavily classified,[2] and during the Human-Covenant War there are only two officially recorded missions where their use has been logged.[3][Note 1] Five were used in 2544 by SPARTAN-II supersoldiers during Operation: WARM BLANKET, an assault on a Covenant fleet in an attempt to board a ship and recover the captured Dr. Catherine Halsey. During the mission, the Booster Frame showed to perform extremely well against Covenant Type-31 Seraphs, although all five were destroyed.[4] In 2558, five were used by Fireteam Majestic and Spartan Sarah Palmer during the Ambush at Oth Lodon.[5][6]

Gallery[edit]

List of appearances[edit]

Notes[edit]

  1. ^ The Halo Waypoint article which stated this fact was written in 2009, during which time no post-war-era media had yet been written. Given the Booster Frame's continued service in the years since, it is likely this fact only applies to SPARTAN-II Booster Frame deployments during the war.

Sources[edit]