New Technic Mystery Piece

This component, called a "Technic Connector Hub with 3 Axles", was found on Bricklink . So far, no sets that I know of contain it -- could there be some interesting new sets around the corner with this piece? Can someone shed some light on this mystery? This piece could have many interesting potential applications with the NXT.
Comments
Josh
I looked up the inventories on the new Star Wars sets, and it comes in the Trade Federation MTT set. Mystery solved. I just hope LEGO makes the part available in more sets than just that one.
Kirk
What are you going to use it for? :)
Josh
I would like to use the part for robotic infrastructures that involve 120 degrees, including hexagonal shapes. I would also like to try using the part in creating omniwheels.
It would be really nice to see the part on "Pick a brick" at LEGO Factory, along with other more hard to find parts.
Kirk