Magnetascopic interference

Magnetascopic interference is a type of interference caused by some protostars, which impairs the function of most starship sensors. The directional array of a starship is a capable of cutting through the interference, but it has a very narrow scan field.

While undercover within the Maquis in 2370, Ro Laren took advantage of magnetascopic interference in the Topin system to steal medical supplies from the USS Enterprise (NCC-1701-D).