Our new sub

baggygreen · 02-19-09, 11:00 PM

http://informationdissemination.blog...own-under.html

Interesting reading.

I've a friend in DMO who obviously can't confirm nor deny anything, however I've heard there are rumblings that the next Aussie boat will not only be of indigenous design but will represent a huge leap forward in our naval capability. VSLM tubes, UUVs, AIP, combined with a similar suite of electronics and sensors to the Virginia class, will be an enormous strategic jump for our nation.

Rumours are also beginning to float around that the US will use the design as a base for their own AIP subs.

Any thoughts? I'm fascinated by it myself, its exciting to see imo.

02-19-09, 11:00 PM	#1
baggygreen Sea Lord Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canberra, ACT, Down Under (really On Top) Posts: 1,880 Downloads: 7 Uploads: 0	Our new sub http://informationdissemination.blog...own-under.html Interesting reading. I've a friend in DMO who obviously can't confirm nor deny anything, however I've heard there are rumblings that the next Aussie boat will not only be of indigenous design but will represent a huge leap forward in our naval capability. VSLM tubes, UUVs, AIP, combined with a similar suite of electronics and sensors to the Virginia class, will be an enormous strategic jump for our nation. Rumours are also beginning to float around that the US will use the design as a base for their own AIP subs. Any thoughts? I'm fascinated by it myself, its exciting to see imo.