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Originally Posted by Kapitan
Also i do know the indians have superior batteries as the russians have started to buy them for the lada class, they are far better than the russian ones provided.
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Of that I have no doubt. India is getting quite technically advanced.
Actually, regarding AIP, few if any AIP systems really generate a lot of power in relation to the main propulsion (diesel and electric) systems. Effectively, for high speeds, the AIP sub is limited by its batteries just as much as an ordinary diesel-electric is. Where the system comes in helpful is providing a silent recharging option w/o need of snorkelling, or a high endurance option at moderate speeds.
Thanks to the way power curves work, even though an AIP typically only produces about 10-20% of the main propulsion's output, that's enough to allow for 1/3rd to 1/2th the maximum speed.