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Studio model

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A studio model was a type of prop in the several Star Trek series and movies to represent various equipment, tools or ships. In many cases, they were often modified or "kitbashed" to be used again. In some cases the exact same footage of a model would be used and simply referred to as a different ship. There are several possible explanations for similar designs, perhaps shared technology among species, or maybe designs dictated by nature or base technology. Of course, the real reason for so much re-use in Star Trek was the economic limitations of producing a TV series.

According to model maker Greg Jein, in an interview appearing in the TNG Season 3 DVD special features, the art department typically had three to four weeks to design and create each model – sometimes less.

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