Zero-point energy (ZPE) is a concept of energy in quantum physics that is loosely defined as the basic, lowest energy present in a system.
In the 24th century, the Federation refined technology to weaponize disruptions in zero-point energy by using a specialized photon torpedo explosion. The resulting weapon became known as the quantum torpedo. (DS9 reference: Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Technical Manual; ST reference: USS Enterprise Owners' Workshop Manual)
See also[]
- zero-point aggregator (ST - Destiny novel: Lost Souls)
- zero-point drive
- zero-point field
- zero-point reaction (DS9 reference: Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Technical Manual; ST reference: USS Enterprise Owners' Workshop Manual)
External link[]
- Zero-point energy article at Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.