All U.S. Navy Submarines are Nuclear Powered (But That Could Change)
AIP subs are affordable and, when piloted by a competent crew, can sink carriers. Nuclear-powered submarines have traditionally held a decisive edge in endurance, stealth and speed over cheaper diesel submarines. However, new Air Independent Propulsion (AIP) technology has significantly narrowed the performance gap on a new generation of submarines that cost a fraction of the price of a nuclear-powered boat. A conventional submarine’s diesel engine generates electricity which can be used to drive the propeller and power its systems. The ...
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