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The key to the range and duration of the modern nuclear submarine is the nuclear reactor. The reactor generates heat through nuclear fission, and this does not use air (or the oxygen in it). The heat is used to make steam, and the steam drives conventional steam turbines. With a large power source and no requirement to be on the surface, the boats can stay down for an extended period limited only by the amount of provisions they can stow aboard prior to deployment.
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The US Navy launched the worlds first atomic powered submarine it could travel around the world without refueling and could remain under water for several months what was the name of this submarine?
The USS Nautilus (SSN-571) was the US Navy's first nuclear powered submarine.
What is an advantage to having nuclear submarines?
The main advantage to having nuclear powered submarines is that a nuclear powered submarine can, if designed wisely, stay submerged for months on end. The only limitation really is food and the crew's psychological state. This is extremely useful in nuclear deterrance considering that a nation can send out nuclear powered, nuclear weapon equipped submarines on patrol for use in case of a nuclear exchange. If an attacking nation destroys the missiles silos of it's target and it's nuclear armed bomber wings, the defending nation would still have the use of it's nuclear weapons onboard it's ballistic missile submarines.
How many days can a submarine stay underwater?
The duration a submarine can stay underwater varies based on its type and resources. Nuclear-powered submarines can stay submerged for several months, limited primarily by the crew's food supply and psychological factors. In contrast, diesel-electric submarines typically have a few days of underwater endurance before they need to surface or use a snorkel to recharge their batteries. Overall, the specific duration depends on the submarine's design and mission requirements.
How long can a nuclear sub stay underwater?
Nuclear submarines can stay underwater for extended periods, typically for several months, depending on factors like food supplies and crew endurance. They are powered by nuclear reactors, which provide a virtually limitless source of energy, allowing them to operate submerged without needing to surface for air. However, practical limits are imposed by crew provisions and maintenance needs. Generally, they can remain submerged for about 3 to 6 months before needing to resurface.
How long does a submarine work for?
Modern nuclear submarines can work (or patrol) for 3 months or more.
How long can you survive in a submarine without resurfacing?
The length of time a submarine can stay submerged without resurfacing depends on its design and capabilities. Some modern submarines can stay submerged for several months, while others may only be able to stay submerged for a few days. It is important for submarines to resurface periodically to replenish supplies and allow for maintenance and crew rest.
What was the name of the atomic powered submarine that could travel around the world without refueling for several months?
The USS Nautilus.
Distance undersea that a submarine can travel today?
Today's Nuclear Powered Submarines' underwater cruising range is limited only by her crew. Without the need to resupply food, modern nukes could remain submerged indefinitely.During my own time as a Submariner, another boat in our Squadron, USS Seahorse (SSN-669) completed a full circumnavigation of the globe, posting 180 days submerged. For any submarine crew, that's a long time - even SpecOps boats like Parche were only gone and submerged for 4 months. My own personal submerged record is 72 days.Eventually in the future, the food barrier will be broken, but the psychological effects of working in confined spaces for months will not. After a couple of months, the air gets a bit stale, even if it is constantly replenished and purified. Due to the nature of submarine operations, snorkel operations aren't always a option to ventilate the boat with fresh air. Over time, stress and pressure begins to take its toll on even the most professional submariners. It is just a fact of human nature, but also a testament to those who can do it.
How do nuclear subs derive their power?
Nuclear submarines derive their power from a nuclear reactor that generates steam to drive turbines, which in turn propel the submarine. The nuclear reactor uses enriched uranium fuel to sustain a controlled nuclear reaction, providing continuous power without the need for refueling for extended periods underwater.
How did people in submarines get electricity?
Originally, a submarine's electrical supply was stored in large banks of batteries. The batteries were charged by generators turned by diesel engines when the submarine was on the surface. If the destroyers and aircraft could keep the sub down long enough, it would 'die' because of running out of power. Today's submarines generate electricity using steam from the nuclear power plants. This allows them to sever their ties with the surface for extended periods, which allows them to stay submerged for many months.
How long can nuclear subs stay submerged?
Many months! The biggest limitation is the amount of food they can carry for the crew. The actual limits are classified. Submarines can produce their own air and water and with nuclear power they could stay submerged indefinitely. The limiting factor is the amount of storage space (there is not much) on a sub for food and the the size of the crew onboard that consumes it. The larger SSGN's can stay submerged longer than the SSN's because they have more storage space.
Why did Jimmy Carter spend two months in a submarine?
He was a US Naval Submarine Officer.
