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The structure (about 30' above the deck) of a modern submarine is known as a Fairwater or Sail. Its primary purpose is to house and protect the primary masts, e.g., Radio, Radar, Snorkel, and Primary/Secondary Periscopes, and allow for water to better stream around them. It typically will also house part of the forward under-ice sonar array, and top-sounding under-ice transducers. It also is where the OOD navigates the boat while on the surface, unless the weather is too inclement to preclude it. Some Russian boats have an enclosed bridge with windows for cases of surface transit in bad weather.
In the days of the old WWII Fleet boats, the upper structure was known as a conning tower; this is because the Captain would literally control (Con) the boat from a separate pressure compartment above the main control room, allowing for shorter periscopes.
The new Virginia (U.S.) and Astute (Britain) class submarines now use Photonics Masts rather than traditional periscopes. This allows for placement of the main control room in spaces not necessarily directly under the Sail as in previous designs. A Photonics Mast is essentially a hi-res camera array mast that can be raised telescopically, similar to a car antenna. Since the mast requires only a hull connection for its cables, there is no need for a large hull penetration like there is with traditional periscopes.
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What P is the name of the raised structue at the stern of a vessel esp a sailing ship?
This raised structure is known as the 'Poop' deck.
What is Raised deck at the back of the ship?
A raised deck at the back of the ship. Is a poop deck
How is a submarine raised?
Usually by inflating bags that have been placed inside the submarine.
Is there a Fiend structure deck?
No, there has never been a fiend-specific structure deck. but there has been a structure deck that has mostly fiends
What is Dragunity deck?
the dragunity deck is a structure deck
What part of a submarine contains the periscope?
The periscope of a submarine is located in the sail, also known as the conning tower. This structure is situated above the main hull and contains various equipment, including the periscope, which allows submariners to observe the surface while the submarine remains submerged.
Is the Yugi Evolution structure deck better than the Kaiba Evolution structure deck?
no it is not
What is the best yu-gi-oh deck type?
either Dinosaurs rage structure deck or Machine revolt structure deck
What deck is exodia in?
No starter deck or structure deck has every exodia card
Is there a bakura structure deck?
No but i wish they would make one since they made a marik structure deck.
How do people get their equipment from a boat to a submarine?
It depends on the size of the vessel, but if its deck is equal to or above the submarine's own deck, then a brow (gangway) is used between them to move personnel and equipment. For anything lower than the submarine deck, either a brow or a Jacob's ladder is used. Aerial (Helo) transfers are available as well, but are only performed under extreme circumstances when warranted.
What is better to build a deck ,wood or iron?
Wood is the most usual material for decking and if treated and maintained can last for years. Iron may be used for the railings or some of the structure if the deck is raised but can corrode or rust if you live near the sea.
