Anyone with some naval expertise know what this means - can the Soviets do it; will the subs be any good; how does this affect the US while Obama is dithering away our leadership in world military affairs?
>>Anyone with some naval expertise know what this means - can the Soviets do it; will the subs be any good; how does this affect the US while Obama is dithering away our leadership in world military affairs?<<
Titanium hull is an incredible waste of money in the first place. I think a single sub like that cost in a range of Space Shuttle. Thus, it seems like they already have it. Titanium isn’t about to deteriorate to corrosion so it is quite possible it these hulls are in a good shape. Pros: they are strong and can dive much deeper than conventional subs (3 to 4 times deeper than Ohio-class), they have little magnetic signature. They could be a good subs if filled with silent powerplant and modern equipment.
Sure. It means my TaylorMade driver will cost more now.