Replacing the Subs

[Kirkhill]

I am not saying that it is. Pure speculation.

On of the characteristics of the UUVs seems to be a wet payload bay which simplifies the build and cost as well as allowing for deeper dives.

I wonder what the cost of a 120m UUV would look like? I am not sure that it is entirely implausible.

 

[Cloud Cover]

On of the characteristics of the UUVs seems to be a wet payload bay which simplifies the build and cost as well as allowing for deeper dives.

I wonder what the cost of a 120m UUV would look like? I am not sure that it is entirely implausible.

Rust never sleeps.

 

[Kirkhill]

Rust never sleeps.

Assuming they are made of metals and not 3D composites of carbonfibres and polymeric resins.

 

[SeaKingTacco]

Assuming they are made of metals and not 3D composites of carbonfibres and polymeric resins.

What if there is no pressure hull?

 

[Kirkhill]

What if there is no pressure hull?

Isn't that the case with the Dive-LD / Ghost Shark?

"One of the key differences from a traditional crewed submarine is that most of this weapon can be flooded, with sensors and weapons encased in pressure sanctuaries, instead of the entire hull being primarily designed to protect the crew inside."

Ghost Shark for Navy; The Extra-Large Autonomous Underwater Vehicle - Naval Historical Society of Australia

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