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==Armor Versions== | ==Armor Versions== | ||
===Mark I Prototype Exoskeleton=== | ===Mark I Prototype Exoskeleton=== | ||
Initiated in 2512 the Mark I was one of the Navy's first experiments with powered exoskeletons - more human-powered defense structures than suits, the Mark I took 10 years to develop, but were bulky, unwieldy and needed to be tethered to a power source due to the tremendous amount of energy needed to power it.[ | Initiated in 2512 the Mark I was one of the Navy's first experiments with powered exoskeletons - more human-powered defense structures than suits, the Mark I took 10 years to develop, but were bulky, unwieldy and needed to be tethered to a power source due to the tremendous amount of energy needed to power it.<ref>[[Halo Encyclopedia]] chapter 3, page 88</ref> This was the downfall to the system as it required a connection to a fusion generator which hindered movement. The Mark I Prototype Exoskeleton improved the strength and stamina of the wearer and allowed a user to lift two tons (4,000 pounds) and run at 32 KPH (19.88 MPH) for extended periods of time.<ref>[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]], page 70</ref> The Mark 1 contained a cutting edge on board computer that could assist the wearer by transmitting tactical and communications information to the standard neural implant issued to a soldier, the suit however did not posses the ability to carry an A.I on board. The armor could also be equipped with motion sensors, infrared scopes, and could be mounted with a 30mm mini-gun that fired on self-targeting armatures. | ||
Research and development for the Mark I was carried out at Section Three's headquarters in the CASTLE facility on Reach, however the final assembly of components were done at the Damascus Testing Facility on Chi Ceti IV. At least forty Mark I suits were produced and although they never saw deployment on the battlefield they were later used to carry heavy equipment in docking bays, and dozens of others were dumped into Reach's titanium mines. The Mark I Exoskeletons were later used by trainers of the SPARTAN-IIs to protect themselves when training under Chief Petty Officer Mendez's orders. Otherwise, the training could have killed them, as evidenced by the first day back at Reach when three trainers were accidentally killed during hand to hand combat exercises[ | Research and development for the Mark I was carried out at Section Three's headquarters in the [[CASTLE Base|CASTLE]] facility on [[Reach]], however the final assembly of components were done at the [[Damascus Testing Facility]] on [[Chi Ceti IV]]. At least forty Mark I suits were produced and although they never saw deployment on the battlefield they were later used to carry heavy equipment in docking bays, and dozens of others were dumped into Reach's titanium mines. The Mark I Exoskeletons were later used by trainers of the SPARTAN-IIs to protect themselves when training under [[Chief Petty Officer Mendez]]'s orders. Otherwise, the training could have killed them, as evidenced by the first day back at Reach when three trainers were accidentally killed during hand to hand combat exercises<ref>[[Halo: The Fall of Reach]] page 71</ref>. | ||
===Mark II Prototype Exoskeleton=== | ===Mark II Prototype Exoskeleton=== | ||
The Mark II Prototype Exoskeleton was similar to the Mark I, but with slimmer profile which greatly increased mobility. The suit however still needed to be tethered to a Fusion Generator, but despite that it was still the most powerful piece of military hardware it was still impractical for battlefield deployment. One of the new additions to the Mark II included a refractive coating to help disperse heat from explosive attacks and better self-sealing in the event of damage while the unit is in space. | The Mark II Prototype Exoskeleton was similar to the Mark I, but with slimmer profile which greatly increased mobility. The suit however still needed to be tethered to a Fusion Generator, but despite that it was still the most powerful piece of military hardware it was still impractical for battlefield deployment. One of the new additions to the Mark II included a refractive coating to help disperse heat from explosive attacks and better self-sealing in the event of damage while the unit is in space. | ||
===Mark III Prototype Exoskeleton=== | ===Mark III Prototype Exoskeleton=== | ||
The next prototype, the Mark III, incorporated a wireless power transmitter and receiver so that power could be transmitted directly to it, much like the [[Orbital Defense Platforms]] used to defend [[UNSC]] colonies. This design was quickly rejected for two reasons: first the armor still had a limited operational range as it had to remain within range of a bulky, immobile [[generator]], and second, if the generator was to be knocked out it would result in the incapacitation of the suit and leave its user locked inside and helpless against enemy attacks. In the end, all of the first three prototypes had one thing in common: They were impractical on the battlefield, as large exoskeleton units did not have a substantial use in any form of combat. | |||
=== MJOLNIR Mark IV Powered Assault Armor=== | === MJOLNIR Mark IV Powered Assault Armor=== | ||
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Although earlier attempts at developing high-powered armor produced designs that were impractical for battlefield deployment, the Mark IV MJOLNIR powered exoskeleton would be the first successful powered armor that saw deployment onto the battlefield. Developed by Dr. Catherine E. Halsey, the MJOLNIR Mark IV was a radical redesign of powered exoskeletons making use of technological innovations that did not exist when work on the first MJOLNIR exoskeleton suit began. The Mark IV MJOLNIR armor was fielded November 27th, 2525 to August 29th, 2552. | |||
=== MJOLNIR Mark V Powered Assault Armor === | === MJOLNIR Mark V Powered Assault Armor === | ||