Advanced Propulsion/Ship Concept Developments/Subtotal Cost
Abstract
Overcome selected technological barriers expected to have significant impact on submarine hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) systems to enable design options for a submarine with VIRGINIA Class capability in three technical areas: Shaftless Propulsion, External Weapon Stow and Launch, and Radical Ship HM&E Infrastructure Reduction. Develop submarine alternative propulsion and stern configurations with potential to significantly reduce submarine acquisition cost. Demonstrate critical performance parameters via Appropriate Scale Demonstrators in realistic environmental conditions. Evaluate integration of technologies and approaches for cost reduction in future nuclear submarines. Develop understanding of ship concept studies and submarine cost drivers and model analysis. Develop and demonstrate technologies for a future SSBN in areas of hull and platform technologies, propulsors, ship control, electric actuation, sensors, and self defense. This work will apply to future submarine designs and the long-lead concept work on the next undersea strategic deterrent platform. Conduct concept studies and mission utility studies for variant submarine designs, including VIRGINIA derivatives.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 90b54a47de844cebe89b59cc15386d7e
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- Root: Adv Submarine System Dev