In the series, The Swift is described as a probe vessel, and one of four support ships operating from a much larger Mothership which was launched in 1996.
The Superswift was a design concept intended for interstellar travel. As it was still on the drawing board when The Moon was blasted out of orbit, it isn't known whether it finally got built. Although it's seen in the series by the Alphans, it's simply an illusion.
Gorgeous shots Scoop. Its a fascinating looking craft, the insect-looks fit the venus fly traps perfectly!
ReplyDeleteYou know, that didn't occur to me when I set up that scene, Woodsy but it's certainly an interesting analogy, well spotted.
DeleteHow was the Super Swift different? I know it was FTL..
ReplyDeleteIn the series, The Swift is described as a probe vessel, and one of four support ships operating from a much larger Mothership which was launched in 1996.
DeleteThe Superswift was a design concept intended for interstellar travel. As it was still on the drawing board when The Moon was blasted out of orbit, it isn't known whether it finally got built.
Although it's seen in the series by the Alphans, it's simply an illusion.
Amazing! How did you achieve the rocket thrust effects?
ReplyDeleteI use a strategically placed tube connected to a smoke machine, Zigg.
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