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Originally Posted by Varyon
For the solar mirror systems, I'd probably have those close to lightsails - just like the latter, solar mirrors are extremely reflective. Now, typically the brightest light source will be directed into the ship's bowels, so it probably won't be quite as bright as a lightsail. +6, perhaps? Note that makes the signature of the system it powers academic, as the mirror itself is far easier to detect.
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Good point. I like +6.
I'm a little disappointed I haven't gotten more pushback on the fusion-powered stealth bomber. Again, does anyone know enough about these hypothetical proposals to tell me if it's realistic? It has pretty big consequences for the design of aerospace craft! Notably, nuclear air-rams become strong choices for variations on a number of designs in
Spaceships 4 if they can be stealthy.