The AV-02 Valiant (Not to be confused with the AV-2 Clash Buster) is third-generation patlabor developed by Shinohara Heavy Industries (SHI). The labor was closely based off of the AV-98 Ingram and was intended to replace it, gradually being deployed to prefectural police departments across the country since 2002. In the not too distant future, this aircraft is destined to become a symbol of security not only for Tokyo but for all of Japan. Looking at this one point alone, its appearance can only be said to be a response to the needs of the times. The Valiant makes its only media appearances in Patlabor 2: The Movie, where it is primarily shown being used by Noa Izumi, who is still a frontline patlabor pilot in 2002.
Design & Development[]
Mechanical Systems[]
The AV-02 Valiant was designed by SHI in the late 1990s to supplement the earlier AV-98 Ingram. Visually, it resembles an upgraded version of the latter labor, but it differs greatly in internal components. Noticeably, the cockpit section closely resembles that of the AVS-98 Economy Ingram.
It adopts a rear boarding type, in contrast of the Type 98 AV's front boarding hatch. Though, due to the elimination of the elevating mechanism and improvements to the layout, it has become mainstream for successor models to enter and exit from the rear of the vehicle. In rear-boarding systems, the seat backrest can get in the way, so the seat is rotated. Although it requires special measures such as pulling it out of the vehicle, it is said to be advantageous in terms of strengthening the structure of the front of the vehicle, and it is said to have dramatically increased safety for passengers.
It's similar to the AV-0 in that the storage space for the revolver cannon is located on the left side of the chest, but the arm extension mechanism is omitted, making it impossible to use the "punching hand'' in melee combat. As a replacement, a deployable knuckle guard was introduced to the right arm unit. This equipment is not only designed to protect the manipulator from damage during an attack, but it is also equipped with three spike-shaped stun devices that can cause electromagnetic damage to the Labor's control system. Preventing the internal structure from becoming complicated and making it durable and unbreakable is a design philosophy that takes long-term operation into consideration.
The antenna has been moved from the head unit to the shoulder, and the heat exhaust mechanism has been downsized and the cockpit hatch has been moved to the back. This measure made it possible to maintain high strength at the front of the fuselage, improving operator safety. Additionally, the space inside the cockpit has become somewhat larger, and comfort has also improved, albeit slightly.
It's drive system is more efficient, the joint structure itself uses "Shinohara Precision", which connects three actuators to a spherical joint. In addition to achieving a wide degree of freedom of movement, the actuator also reacts to the impact of landing, allowing the joint structure itself to function as a shock damper, just like in humans. This structure itself is inherited from Ingram and Peacemaker, but in addition, this machine uses a new type of actuator that almost completely filters out harmonic noise, which is a drawback of PMS (permanent magnet synchronous) linear motors. It achieves both low cost and high operating efficiency, and the damper effect associated with regenerative power generation provides stronger "holding power'' for a longer period of time.
Electronic Systems[]
On the other hand, the control system it employs a neuron network system, similar to that of Peacemaker, achieving autonomous labor behavior at the level of "automatically avoiding the obstacles at your feet.'' At the Peacemaker stage, it took a lot of time to "train" the computers, and at times they had the drawback of "putting too much emphasis on the safety of those around them and not listening to what I was told," but according to Shinohara's comments, the labor seems that this point has also been improved to a considerable extent through data feedback from and program improvements. Although it uses a new neural network system for its control system, its design philosophy is closer to that of the AVS-98 than the most recent AV-0, with emphasis on the balance between performance and cost, as well as ease of maintenance. It features a direct-view cockpit with a clear canopy, and the main sensor in the head unit is used as an auxiliary device. The Valiant is generally larger and heavier than the Ingram in order to make room for its more advanced weaponry and mechanical systems. Like the Ingram, the Valiant was developed into a training model, dubbed the AV-02T Lehrer.
Operational History[]
Deployment[]
In September 1999, just sixteen months after the rollout of the AV-98, the first AV-02 left the production line. Its overall greater performance and lower cost than the earlier model lead it to be quickly adopted by police agencies, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department, and by the year 2002, the Valiant had completely replaced the Ingram in frontline service.
2002 Military Coup[]
In the year 2002, the National Defense Family initiated a coup, utilizing its connections within the Self-Defense Forces. Their rapid occupation of Tokyo involved the disarmament of the police, who were seen as a threat to the military insurgency. At the onset of this occupation, AFH-028 Hellhound attack helicopters from the Ground Self-Defense Force were deployed against the Section 2 stationhouse in a surprise attack that completely incapacitated the Valiants stationed there.
Specifications[]
Head Height: 8.20 meters
Overall Width: 4.45 meters
Turning Radius: 3.20 meters
Empty Weight: 6.21 tons
Loaded Weight: 7.00 tons
Lifting Capacity: 3.20 tons
Armor: Carbon Fiber Reinforced Alloy
Armaments[]
- Anti-Labor Electromagnetic Baton x1 (Stored in Left Forearm Shield)
- 44mm Revolver Cannon x1 (6 Rounds, Stored in Right Leg)
- Forearm-Mounted Shield x1
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