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Originally Posted by Bubblehead Nuke
As I understand it, electric motors are wound directly on the shaft. thus no need for gears at all. The motors are what turn the screws at all times. The source of the electical power is what varies. Batteries for normal submerged ops and diesels (with the battery floating for a charge) for surface/snorkel ops.
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On a diesel-electric drive yes but not on a direct drive diesel.
Are there still direct drive boats? :hmm:
