Object

Doctor Soong's Workbench

A cluttered, high-tech workbench nestled within the eerily silent colony laboratory, strewn with intricate android components, schematics, and tools. This workspace radiates the intense focus and genius of Doctor Soong, whose meticulous craftsmanship and pioneering synthetic biology efforts forged Data’s very existence. The bench anchors the away team's exploration into Data’s origins, symbolizing both the hope of artificial life and the unnerving mysteries lurking in the shadows of advanced technology.

3 appearances

Purpose

Serves as the primary site for Doctor Soong’s groundbreaking experiments in android construction and artificial intelligence development, functioning as a physical testament to the scientific genius behind Data’s creation.

Significance

Acts as the crucial narrative pivot that confirms Doctor Soong's hand in Data’s genesis, deepening the mystery of Data’s identity and hinting at the presence of other androids, thus propelling the plot toward revelations about synthetic life and hidden dangers.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

3 moments

S1E14 · Datalore

Uncovering Data’s Origins in the Colony Laboratory

Doctor Soong's workbench serves as a crucial investigative site where Riker focuses his attention, confirming the legendary scientist's presence through sophisticated cybernetic tools and schematics. It anchors the team's understanding of the scientific genius behind Data’s creation.

Before: In place within the colony laboratory, undisturbed and containing advanced synthetic biology tools.

After: Remains undisturbed but now fully acknowledged as a key piece of evidence by the away team.

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S1E14 · Datalore

Discovery of Data’s Exterior Mold and the Unassembled Duplicate

Doctor Soong’s workbench, cluttered with intricate android components and schematics, anchors the team’s exploration. It symbolizes the scientific genius behind Data’s existence and serves as a tangible reminder of the abandoned colony’s lost ambitions and ethical complexities.

Before: Intact and cluttered with various synthetic and electronic tools, left as it was during the colony’s abandonment.

After: Remains undisturbed but closely examined, forming part of the investigative environment.

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S1E14 · Datalore

Yar Reports Abandoned Colony; Discovery of Data's Origin Mold and Duplicate Parts

Doctor Soong's workbench is observed by the team as a central locus of synthetic creation and experimentation. It anchors the narrative’s exploration of identity and artificial life, embodying the genius and mystery of Data's creator as the team investigates clues to Data’s origin.

Before: Set up and equipped in the colony laboratory, unused but intact.

After: Remains in place, serving as a focal point for the team's analysis and reflection.

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