Thomas Oates
Concept Artist / Art Director
Ares - Orbital Weapons Platform
Personal work - 2024
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2026/11/04
A mock assembly of the Ares in an anechoic test chamber. Tests included the calibration and operation of radar, navigation systems, threat identification systems, space link, and satellite uplink system among others.
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2027/04/07
Completion of in space assembly and service.
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2027/08/14
First live fire test of the Ares primary weaponry in space. The test was a success.
A mock assembly of the Ares in an anechoic test chamber.
Completion of in space assembly and service.
First live fire test of the Ares primary weaponry in space
A few early sketches that kicked off the project.