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A '''Sector Scan''' is a gameplay mechanic introduced in [[Version History#Alpha 17|Alpha 17]] of ''[[The Last Starship]]''. It allows the player to survey unexplored areas of a [[Sector]], revealing nearby [[Star System]]s ~~and points of interest (POIs)~~.

A '''Sector Scan''' is a gameplay mechanic introduced in [[Version History#Alpha 17|Alpha 17]] of ''[[The Last Starship]]''. It allows the player to survey unexplored areas of a [[Sector]], revealing nearby [[Star System]]s.

== Overview ==

Sector Scans are the first step in discovering new locations. The process requires ~~dedicated~~ hyperspace ~~sensor equipment~~ and some time to complete. Once the scan finishes, additional ~~star systems or~~ POIs become visible around the player's current location on the [[Sector Map]].

Sector Scans are the first step in discovering new locations. The process requires hyperspace sensors and some time to complete. Once the scan finishes, additional points of interest (POIs) become visible around the player's current location on the [[Sector Map]].

Detailed information about the discovered ~~systems~~ is obtained through a '''Local Survey'''. This process can be triggered on the sector map by clicking the POI and is subsequently performed automatically as long as the player has a powered [[Super Computer]] onboard and remains in the same sector where the system was discovered. No scientists or crew assignments are required. After the local survey, the POI can be jumped to via FTL just like any other star system.

Detailed information about the discovered POIs is obtained through a '''Local Survey'''. This process can be triggered on the sector map by clicking the POI and is subsequently performed automatically as long as the player has a powered [[Super Computer]] onboard and remains in the same sector where the system was discovered. No scientists or crew assignments are required. After the local survey, the POI becomes a star system and can be jumped to via FTL just like any other star system.

Some of these newly discovered systems may contain [[Derelict Ship]]s. These often include unique loot items that can be recovered and analyzed at a [[Science Station]] for research purposes.

== Required Equipment ==

To perform a Sector Scan, the ship must be equipped with ~~one of the following:~~

To perform a Sector Scan, the ship must be equipped with a [[Hyperspace Sensor]] or a [[Hyperspace Sensor LR]]. The standard sensors cover a smaller radius, while the long-range variant provides a much larger survey area. Both must be powered to function.

* [[Hyperspace Sensor]]

* [[Hyperspace Sensor LR]]

The standard sensors cover a smaller radius, while the long-range variant provides a much larger survey area. Both must be powered to function.

For the '''Local Survey''', at least one powered Super Computer must be installed on the ship.

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-A '''Sector Scan''' is a gameplay mechanic introduced in [[Version History#Alpha 17|Alpha 17]] of ''[[The Last Starship]]''. It allows the player to survey unexplored areas of a [[Sector]], revealing nearby [[Star System]]s and points of interest (POIs).
+A '''Sector Scan''' is a gameplay mechanic introduced in [[Version History#Alpha 17|Alpha 17]] of ''[[The Last Starship]]''. It allows the player to survey unexplored areas of a [[Sector]], revealing nearby [[Star System]]s.
 == Overview ==
-Sector Scans are the first step in discovering new locations. The process requires dedicated hyperspace sensor equipment and some time to complete. Once the scan finishes, additional star systems or POIs become visible around the player's current location on the [[Sector Map]].
+Sector Scans are the first step in discovering new locations. The process requires hyperspace sensors and some time to complete. Once the scan finishes, additional points of interest (POIs) become visible around the player's current location on the [[Sector Map]].
-Detailed information about the discovered systems is obtained through a '''Local Survey'''. This process can be triggered on the sector map by clicking the POI and is subsequently performed automatically as long as the player has a powered [[Super Computer]] onboard and remains in the same sector where the system was discovered. No scientists or crew assignments are required. After the local survey, the POI can be jumped to via FTL just like any other star system.
+Detailed information about the discovered POIs is obtained through a '''Local Survey'''. This process can be triggered on the sector map by clicking the POI and is subsequently performed automatically as long as the player has a powered [[Super Computer]] onboard and remains in the same sector where the system was discovered. No scientists or crew assignments are required. After the local survey, the POI becomes a star system and can be jumped to via FTL just like any other star system.
 Some of these newly discovered systems may contain [[Derelict Ship]]s. These often include unique loot items that can be recovered and analyzed at a [[Science Station]] for research purposes.
 == Required Equipment ==
-To perform a Sector Scan, the ship must be equipped with one of the following:
+To perform a Sector Scan, the ship must be equipped with a [[Hyperspace Sensor]] or a [[Hyperspace Sensor LR]]. The standard sensors cover a smaller radius, while the long-range variant provides a much larger survey area. Both must be powered to function.
-* [[Hyperspace Sensor]]
-* [[Hyperspace Sensor LR]]
-The standard sensors cover a smaller radius, while the long-range variant provides a much larger survey area. Both must be powered to function.
 For the '''Local Survey''', at least one powered Super Computer must be installed on the ship.