Questions tagged [submarines]
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What did all those valves do in a U-Boat?
I was visiting the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago (highly recommended) and I took the tour of the complete U-Boat (U-505) that they have housed there. It's extremely well-preserved inside and quite fascinating. However, the guide was not…
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How do center of gravity varies in submarine between surface and submerged?
I'm interesting in static* roll stability of submarines. I'm always tempted to compare submerged submarine to blimps and other bigger airships. For airships, roll stability is assured by a pendulum effect, the heavier components being located low…
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Is there a submarine that uses fewer than 4 rudders?
This question is restricted to post-WWII submarines designed to have a greater speed while submerged and to cruise underwater (unlike WWII U-boats).
As highlighted in this question, there is no need to have 2 rudders (one on the upper side, the…
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What are the factors determining position of forward dive planes on a submarine?
This question is restricted to nuclear submarines.
The forward horizontal dive planes of nuclear submarines may be located either on the hull in front of the sail (as for seen in this cutaway of an Astute class submarine or on this pitcure) or on…
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Why does the Titan not descend attached to a surface-attached "leash"?
Wouldnt such a design prevent loss of contact?
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