>In -theory- it is possible to engage warp while in hyperspace, but no
>computer is sensitive enough to configure the warp fields finely
>enough to prevent the explosive phenomenon observed on test vessels
>nicknamed the 'Technicolor Yawn.' Essentially, bringing warp engines
>online in hyperspace drops the ship back into realspace as a
>combination of energy, gases, and extremely tiny fragments of
>spaceship. Obviously, this is not something you want to try unless
>being reduced to your component atoms would improve your situation.

>Redneck

I've heard of some unconfirmed reports of people mucking with this, likely Cybertronians. While the unsuccessful result is called "technicolor yawn", the successful result is called "going plaid".

This is all unconfirmed, of course...

--rR