Capacitor is a system resource used to power certain modules. I imagine there being two types of capacitor. Vehicle Capacitor and Infantry Capacitor. Vehicle Capacitor would be the more complex, whereas Infantry Capacitor would be relatively simple. In this thread, I'll be talking about my idea of Infantry Capacitor.

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Every dropsuit has a base capacitor charge rate. Certain modules use this capacitor at a set rate. If the capacitor use rate exceeds the capacitor charge rate, the modules that use the capacitor will experience a drop in performance, equivalent to the amount exceeded. If a dropsuit has a 10/s capacitor charge rate, but the modules on it use a combined 20/s worth of capacitor, then the modules will only function at 50% of their usual efficiency, for example. Modules that use capacitor can be toggled on and off at will on the field, to free up capacitor for other modules.

Shield Booster - Module, High Slot
Boosts your shield HP at a constant rate in return for consuming capacitor at a constant rate. Doesn't consume capacitor if your shields are fully charged. Works like an Armor Repairer, but for shields. No more waiting outside of combat for your shields to recharge with this module!

Capacitor Recharger - Module, High Slot
Increases capacitor charge rate.

Capacitor Power Relay - Module, Low Slot
Increases capacitor charge rate, lowers passive shield recharge rate. More effective than a Capacitor Recharger.

Shield Power Relay - Module, Low Slot
Increases shield recharge rate, lowers capacitor charge rate. More effective than a Shield Recharger.

Capacitor Booster - Equipment
Using this equipment provides a temporary boost in capacitor charge rate, allowing you to use more capacitor. Has a limited stock, and a moderate cooldown.

You get the idea already. The possibilities are endless! If this is added, I'm not sure what should be done with Armor Repairers. Should they use capacitor, or should they stay the same? I don't know, it's a very controversial topic. Personally, I think they should use capacitor. What do you think?