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the intended target
resulting in utter destruction. The Myleans used these devices to
destroy asteroids. So, you can see that using them against human
targets would result in instant death to anyone in the immediate
vicinity of the target.
    “Nuclear cannons were only installed on some
of the mining craft and only used for very large mining operations.
You could compare the power of a nuclear cannon to a tactical
nuclear weapon used on Earth, and the largest cannons are comparable to a thermonuclear weapon. The delivery
system allowed the explosives to be delivered deep inside a large
asteroid. When triggered, the asteroid would be completely
pulverized. These cannons could also destroy a small planet, even
one the size of Earth.”
    Next, John brought up the
subject of gravity shields. These shields were of particular
interest as they could be used to
isolate any object or living being, even
from far out in space.
    Originally, gravity shields
had been developed for the purpose of managing distant objects, and they
were particularly useful for gathering materials in mining
operations. John saw how they could easily be used to protect
living beings from external forces or danger. On the other side of
the coin, the shield could also be used to immobilize an individual
instantly. Altogether, John’s fleet of remotes could each launch up
to a thousand small shields in a matter of seconds, with each
shield being directed at a specific item or individual.
    John mused to himself, “Perfect. My craft
will be invulnerable to outside forces. And with the gravity
shields, I can also use them for non-lethal offensive purposes if
the need arises.”
    Maxxine took note and then began to describe
the mining craft. “All the large mining craft utilize this one
port. As you can probably imagine, special considerations had to be
made to support the heavy equipment and mined materials. Special
braces were used in this area to prevent any damage to the space
station. At present, there are at least three hundred of these large mining crafts operating at any
given time. The other half of the mining craft are at the space
station for repair and maintenance, which is an ongoing project for
these hard-working craft. When one of these
crafts return to the ship, another is sent out to replace
it. Therefore, mining operations are performed on a constant basis
without interruption.
    John asked, “Maxxine, I’m going to buy a
small island for my home base on Earth. I want to enlarge that
island so that I can build a small golf course. Can the large
mining craft be used for such a project?”
    “Oh, yes,” Maxxine replied, “A large mining
craft can easily accomplish what you desire with a dredge attachment. I have already built
several such attachments as we do sometimes mine beneath liquids in
space. Just give me the specifications and I can increase the size
of your island very quickly. I am sure that you will want it done
without notice, so I will do it at night. Probably in a single
night since I have at least six large miners that can be ready to
go at any time.”
    “Great. I’ll want that done just as soon as possible. I expect to add about sixty acres, so you can make your plans based on
that. I will want it done as soon as I complete the purchase of my
island.”
    Maxxine replied, “Yes
sir!” She then continued the facilities tour.
    “The next port that you will see is used for
smaller mining craft. Each of this type craft has materials sampling and analysis
functions . When a craft is sent out to explore the
far reaches of space, and it encounters a potential mining site, it
can take samples, analyze them, and relay the findings directly to
me. If the site proves to be workable, the mining can begin
immediately. Or if need be, I can send out larger mining ships at
once. As you can see, our mining operations are most efficient and
keep me supplied with raw materials at all times.”
    The third entry port was now displayed.