Object

Mirror on a Tripod

A free-standing mirror mounted on a tripod within Data’s quarters, its reflective surface poised to capture Data’s imperfect attempt at mimicking a human sneeze. The mirror serves as a mechanical tool for self-observation, embodying Data’s analytical approach to human behaviors and his quest to bridge the gap between synthetic precision and organic imperfection. Its presence underscores the solitude and introspection of Data’s private experiment, reflecting not just his physical form but the existential tension of his identity.

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Purpose

To enable Data’s precise self-examination and study of human reflexes, specifically his attempt to replicate the human act of sneezing.

Significance

Symbolizes Data's ongoing internal struggle to understand and emulate human traits, highlighting the poignant duality of his synthetic nature and yearning for humanity.

Appearances in the Narrative

When this object appears and how it's used

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S1E14 · Datalore

Data Struggles with Human Imperfection Amidst Homecoming

The mirror on a tripod serves as the focal tool for Data’s self-observation, allowing him to scrutinize his physical attempts to replicate sneezing. It underscores the mechanical and analytical nature of his experiment, symbolizing his effort to bridge synthetic precision with human imperfection.

Before: Positioned in Data’s quarters, standing freely on its tripod, ready for reflective use.

After: Unchanged in position and condition, remaining as an instrument for Data’s self-examination.

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