Chi Ceti A Mining Station

Chi Ceti A's Magnesite Mining Operation

Date of Construction: 2192
Chi Ceti A is one of the primary producers of magnesite ore. Magnesite is a key component in warp reactor construction, acting as insulation and shielding against antimatter radiation. Magnesite can also be used for starship hull design, although duranium alloy has replaced magnesite in modern shipyards. Magnesite's inherent radiation shielding also plays havoc with sensor arrays and transporters. Chi Ceti A's abundance of magnesite effectively eliminates transporter use, forcing shuttlecraft use within the asteroid field.
Chi Ceti A is comprised of eight primary structures: a habitat ring, an operations building, three ore silos, an ore processing plant, and two power plants. The facility is commanded by Chief of Operations Manny O'Brien. Chief O'Brien oversees 220 miners, engineers, and support crew that live on site. Because of magnesite's value, the mining facility is equipped with significant defenses, including six type V phaser turrets and four tractor beam assemblies typically charged with repelling errant asteroids.
Life at the facility is far from luxurious, although many modern amenities are provided. Two theaters, two bars, four restaurants, and a shopping mall occupy the promenade within the habitat ring. Deliveries are scheduled quarterly. Crime is relatively low, with recreational drug use being the most prolific. Minor scuffles are relatively common, but crimes of a greater degree do not occur.