The model of the iconic ship was used in the opening credits of the original Star Trek television series

The veteran actor said he feels society needs a new Star Trek to remind people where the planet could go in the future.

The actors have argued publicly for years.

She will become the latest member of the 1960s TV series to be memorialised by having some of her remains flown into space

Last October, the 91-year-old became the oldest person to travel to space.

The actress was best known for her role as communications officer Lt Uhura in the original Star Trek television series.

Her role in the 1966-69 series earned Nichols a lifelong position of honour with the series’ fans