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				 Re: New weapon Type? 
 I was considering that the component would be fixable via repair components or shipyards.  I might consider limiting it to repair only at a shipyard, if possable.  As to how much damage I would probabily have to determine on a the basis of what would be needed for that component. I.E.a component blockable by shields and armor could be much greater upgraded than one that can bypass both.
 
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