Matrix compositor

A matrix compositor was a component of a starship's warp core.
The warp core matrix compositor of the became fused after being attacked by a booby-trapped Cardassian freighter and three Maquis raiders in 2373, leaving the ship adrift in space. Captain Sisko beamed a damage control team to the Malinche with twelve micro-power relays to assist Captain with repairs. ()
While giving a tour of to the Drayans, Captain Kathryn Janeway explained how the ship's "warp core [was] designed to operate for up to three years before refueling." Commander Chakotay then pointed out that "the reaction chamber [was] equipped with a compositor [that allowed] us to re-crystallize the dilithium," adding, "In our situation we can never be sure when we'll be able to find a new supply." ()
== See also ==
* Beta-matrix compositor
* Theta-matrix compositor
Category:Propulsion technology