The S2R(A) Science Droid represented a civilian-focused adaptation of the Science Research Droid, originally engineered by the TelBrinTel Corporation. Sharing similarities with its predecessor, this droid possessed a roughly humanoid shape, standing at a height of 1.9 meters. It was equipped with precision manipulator arms and legs featuring a shock-absorbing suspension system for smooth movement. Its design incorporated an advanced protocol chip to facilitate communication with organic scientists, a molecular microscope coupled with advanced olfactory analysis capabilities, and an "endosystem" comprising six ports on its upper body for accessory attachments.
Standing at 1.9 meters in height, the S2R(A) was a class one droid exhibiting a vaguely humanoid form. Its internal programming included a sophisticated protocol chip, which allowed it to participate in "creative brainstorming" sessions alongside living coworkers. Integrated within its optical sensors was a powerful, multi-spectrum molecular microscope, complemented by olfactory sensors and an olfactory analysis system. Its two arms were specifically engineered for precise control and manipulation tasks, while its legs incorporated a suspension system designed to protect sensitive chemicals from potentially hazardous impacts. Furthermore, the droid featured an "endosystem" that provided six connection points for attaching various accessories, such as supplementary arms, compact tools, or injection needles.
The initial S2R Science Research Droid was commissioned by the Galactic Empire and manufactured by the TelBrinTel Corporation. It served within the Imperial Military's programs focused on chemical and biological weaponry, as well as research into advanced armor and guidance systems for the Imperial Navy. Due to the droid's perceived success, a civilian version, the S2R(A), was developed. While the S2R(A) performed similar functions, it had hardwired protocols preventing it from knowingly contributing to weaponry or military applications. These protocols could be overridden, but TelBrinTel had secretly installed programming that would then activate, causing the modified droid to alter chemical formulas to produce inert substances.
The droid appeared in Version 4.7.110 of Cynabar's Droid Datalog, which detailed both the S2R and S2R(A) models. In this entry, droid inventor and collector Toria Tell provided commentary, revealing the clandestine programming implemented by TelBrinTel to counteract attempts to bypass the S2R(A)'s hardwired protocols. Another reader, a slicer known as "Ranger," corroborated Tell's information. Ranger, who had been employed by Rebels to remove similar safeguards in other droids, emphasized the subtlety, difficulty of detection, and deep integration of the TelBrinTel subroutines within the droid's systems.