Subspace capacitor

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The subspace capacitor was a power generation system created by a parallel version of the Atlantis Expedition.

[edit] Overview

The capacitor was a new development in energy production that provided a "near-ZPM level of energy", though it is unknown what exactly is meant by the term 'near'. It draws power from our subspace, similar, but unlike a ZPM which draws power from an artificially created and contained region of subspace-time. Also, while a ZPM will eventually run out, a subspace capacitor is able to store power from our subspace time and thus is a renewable energy source. However, there is a finite limit to how much power can be stored and made available at one time. So while there is great potential in this new energy source, it is limited at the moment.

[edit] History

This system was installed in a parallel version of the Daedalus, in order to provide power to its alternate reality drive. However, a flaw in the system of the drive itself caused the drive to constantly activate and thus jump from one reality to another once it gathered enough energy to initiate the action. (ATL: "The Daedalus Variations")

It is unknown if the "real" Atlantis Expedition will attempt to introduce the technology, however, given it's enourmous energy potential, it is likely.

[edit] Similar Technology

The Intergalactic communication device built by the Ancients is also powered from subspace, and so probably contains similar power generation technology.