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Dalek Docking Clamp Mechanism

The metallic docking clamp extends from the sleek armored casing of the Supreme Dalek’s vessel with hydraulic precision, its ridged edges locking into place against the laboratory’s docking port. Made of cold durasteel, the clamp’s segmented jaws flex slightly under pressure, securing the Dalek’s presence while maintaining a controlled interface. When Davros administers the serum to the occupying Daleks, the clamp disengages with a sharp hiss, allowing the transformed soldiers to pivot outward in unison. Its smooth operation contrasts with the erratic movements of the now-loyal Daleks, marking the moment their autonomy dissolves into Davros’s command.
2 appearances

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

2 moments
S21E13 · Resurrection of the Daleks Part 3
Davros turns Daleks into his puppets

The docking clamp secures the Dalek forces at the lab entrance until Davros’s moment of leverage. Once the injections take hold, the clamp disengages with a sharp hiss, symbolizing the fracturing of Dalek autonomy and the reassertion of Davros’s control.

Before: Extended and locked to the lab docking port, enforcing Dalek presence under Supreme authority.
After: Abruptly disengages upon Dalek reprogramming, allowing transformed units to pivot outward as instruments of Davros’s will.
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S21E13 · Resurrection of the Daleks Part 3
Tegan slips away as Davros manipulates Daleks

The docking clamp mechanism is activated by Davros’s commands to the Daleks, securing them temporarily before retracting to allow the serum injections. Its hydraulic precision ensures the interface remains stable during the transition from autonomous soldiers to obedient enforcers under Davros’s control.

Before: Extended and locked into the laboratory docking port to secure Supreme Dalek’s subordinates
After: Retracted with a sharp hiss, signaling the Daleks’ loss of autonomy and Davros’s consolidation of control
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