Atomic Energy Submarine

Abstract

A technical survey conducted at the Naval Research Laboratory indicates that, with a proper program, only about two years would be required to put into operation an atomic-powered submarine mechanically capable of operating at 26 to 30 knots submerged for many years without surfacing or refueling. In five to ten years a submarine with probably twice that submerged speed could be developed. Design and calculations are based on known performance and power requirements of the "Walter" submarines. The principal research and development work needed immediately for this program is to perfect an atomic pile designed for this power application.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 28, 1946
Accession Number
ADB966248

Entities

People

  • Chad J. Raseman
  • Phillip H. Abelson
  • Robert E. Ruskin

Organizations

  • United States Naval Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Alloys
  • Carbon Monoxide
  • Construction
  • Dielectric Gases
  • Energy
  • Engineers
  • Generators
  • Heat Exchangers
  • Heat Transfer
  • Isotope Separation
  • Liquids
  • Military Research
  • Motor Generators
  • Nuclear Energy
  • Propulsion Systems
  • Submarine Hulls
  • Submarines

Readers

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Maritime and Naval Warfare Studies
  • Technical Research and Report Writing.