Submarine
WWII Systems
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Systems OverviewTorpedo TroublesAmerica entered World War II with inferior torpedoes that were often erratic, ran deeper than they were set, and exploded prematurely or not at all. SonarSonar (SOund Navigation And Ranging) is a vital part of a submarine's ability to detect, track, and attack the enemy. Water DistillationBesides the necessity of fresh water for drinking, cooking, and washing, World War II submarines needed distilled water for their battery cells. Parts WishlistHere is a listing of the most wanted parts and equipment for the restoration of the historic World War II submarine USS Bowfin. |
Secrets of the Sub
| How Does A Sub Stay So Quiet |
How do submarines stay so quiet?
Submarines are the ultimate “stealth weapon. Remaining underwater to attack or use its sensors, quietness is critical. Through design, modern nuclear submarines have equipment mounted on special mounts to isolate the noise from the outside and reduce the noise signature of the sub in the ocean. Rotating equipment is checked from the design through operation so it is always quiet and it is immediately repaired if it is not operating quietly. The sub checks itself with its own acoustic sensors and establishes the most quiet lineup of equipment for normal or critical operations. Overall, the reason the submarine is so quiet is because every member of the crew knows how important it is to remain quiet and undetected ensuring the submarine can perform all of its mission. |
