Are nuclear-powered submarines better?
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Are nuclear-powered submarines better?
The nuclear reactor on board a submarine allows it to operate at high speed for long periods of time with unlimited range. Nuclear power provides attack submarines with a sustained submerged speed of more than 30 knots, considerably greater than any contemporary diesel submarine.
What is the difference between conventional submarines and nuclear submarines?
The main difference between conventional submarines and nuclear submarines is the power generation system. Submarines may carry nuclear fuel for up to 30 years of operation. The only resource that limits the time underwater is the food supply for the crew and maintenance of the vessel.
Should Australia have procured the nuclear-powered Barracuda instead of diesel?
News that France is set to launch the first nuclear-powered Barracuda submarine has re-invigorated a polarised debate in Australia around whether the country should also have chosen to procure the nuclear variant rather than the planned diesel-electric submarines, as ADM reported earlier this week.
Should Australia’s submarines be nuclear-powered?
Submarines are so vital to Australia that two of our past prime ministers have publicly pointed to the nuclear-powered option. Shifting from the conventional power of the existing Collins class and the planned Attack class to nuclear propulsion would take the subs saga to a whole new depth.
What is another name for the Barracuda class submarine?
For other ships with the same name, see Barracuda-class submarine. The Barracuda class (or Suffren class) is a nuclear attack submarine, designed by the French shipbuilder Naval Group (formerly known as DCNS and DCN) for the French Navy. It is intended to replace the Rubis -class submarines.
What kind of submarine is a Suffren class?
Barracuda-class submarine (France) The Barracuda class (or Suffren class) is a nuclear attack submarine, designed by the French shipbuilder Naval Group (formerly known as DCNS and DCN) for the French Navy. It is intended to replace the Rubis-class submarines.