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I think there is some limit to what a deflector field can deflect. Otherwise, the ship would be able to dodge all torpedoes and such. I have seen some episodes where ships have impacted debris. I'm pretty sure the deflector field can only move very small particles.– LakeyCommented Feb 6, 2014 at 0:32
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I appreciate your answer and the wave analogy. I'm not sure the deflector field is bubble-shaped though. It's not the same type of energy as is projected by the shield emitters.– LakeyCommented Feb 6, 2014 at 0:34
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1The bubble just has been an estimated example. It could also be more cylindrical with a rounded front or even some sort of prism. That doesn't really matter however, the important part is the "shape" pushing particles is changed (ship hull outlines vs. whatever form/shield). And yes, the size of objects being deflected is obviously limited since it definitely isn't able to apply infinite force to objects trying to pass it. Otherwise this would be some kind of "invulnerability effect".– MarioCommented Feb 6, 2014 at 9:21
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