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The above illustrations show the general plans for the Arcos MK I Command Module, aka the bridge module. Located on top of the ship (Deck04) the command module is in fact rated as a lifeboat so in the event of catastrophic vessel damage, it can be utilized to ferry the command crew and passengers (a maximum of six persons - eight but with discomfort) to safety. The views show the module without the command seat which is typically located on the port side and is occupied by the vessels commander, the Shipmaster, with the co-pilot (if any) to their right.

This artwork was prepared for the planned Outland Industries Arcos MK I Technical Manual. The bridge consists of two sections. Forward is the actual command (conn) and behind it in a separate compartment is the waste extraction facility (WEF), and it is necessary due to the height of the module aft for the user to duck to enter, but that isn't a problem as immediately after entering they sit to use the facilities. Above the toilet is a separate unit for the washing of their hands (note, due to space limitations, the user takes up a sitting position, knees spread, and the hatch will then close - Outland apologizes for this minor issue, but if you want to put a toilet in a command module, there are minor comfort issues that cannot be avoided but this issue is to be addressed on the revised plans). Those of you who have noted that the pilots exit to an open well don't worry. In actual use, the well is sealed by a pressure hatch which becomes the floor and remains in place until such time that the pilot is required to go below.

Design and narrative remain the intellectual property of Jonathan Bluestone (C) Copyright Bluestone 1989-2023. The author has registered this design as their intellectual property. This item is associated with the Fallen Worlds universe. The Arcos MK I (1979-2023) remains the registered intellectual property of the author.

Description
The above illustrations show the general plans for the Arcos MK I Command Module, aka the bridge module. Located on top of the ship (Deck04) the command module is in fact rated as a lifeboat so in the event of catastrophic vessel damage, it can be utilized to ferry the command crew and passengers (a maximum of six persons - eight but with discomfort) to safety. The views show the module without the command seat which is typically located on the port side and is occupied by the vessels commander, the Shipmaster, with the co-pilot (if any) to their right.

This artwork was prepared for the planned Outland Industries Arcos MK I Technical Manual. The bridge consists of two sections. Forward is the actual command (conn) and behind it in a separate compartment is the waste extraction facility (WEF), and it is necessary due to the height of the module aft for the user to duck to enter, but that isn't a problem as immediately after entering they sit to use the facilities. Above the toilet is a separate unit for the washing of their hands (note, due to space limitations, the user takes up a sitting position, knees spread, and the hatch will then close - Outland apologizes for this minor issue, but if you want to put a toilet in a command module, there are minor comfort issues that cannot be avoided but this issue is to be addressed on the revised plans). Those of you who have noted that the pilots exit to an open well don't worry. In actual use, the well is sealed by a pressure hatch which becomes the floor and remains in place until such time that the pilot is required to go below.

Design and narrative remain the intellectual property of Jonathan Bluestone (C) Copyright Bluestone 1989-2023. The author has registered this design as their intellectual property. This item is associated with the Fallen Worlds universe. The Arcos MK I (1979-2023) remains the registered intellectual property of the author.