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The UK needs submarines for several key reasons, including national defense, deterrence, and maintaining a strategic advantage. Submarines provide a discreet platform for nuclear deterrence, ensuring the country's security against potential threats. They also enhance maritime security by conducting intelligence-gathering missions, surveillance, and anti-submarine warfare operations. Additionally, submarines contribute to the UK's ability to project power globally, supporting international commitments and partnerships.
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Do UK navy submarines have safety precautions?
Yes, they have lots of safety precautions.
Why are submarines important?
submarines are important because people need to go under the sea and do what they got to do to save the world
Which country used submarines in world war 2?
USSR; US; UK; Germany & Japan.
Are women allowed on submarines?
It depends on the real question. If meant literally, then yes, women are allowed on submarines. They can visit some submarines. If the question is, "Are women allowed to serve/work on submarines?" then it depends on the country. In the Royal Navy (UK) they are not allowed to serve at present. The United States, however, is gearing up to allow some women officers to serve aboard U.S. Navy nuclear submarines.
What countries used submarines in World War I?
Germany was first to use submarines in World War 1 knwn as " U- 2 ". Later on UK and USA produced their own version. - b sharma.
Are the UK's nuclear missiles based in submarines?
Since its free-fall nuclear weapons arsenal was decomissioned in 1998, the United Kingdom's only means of nuclear weapons delivery is via submarines and SLBMs.
What are the basic idea of nuclear submarines?
Nuclear submarines are powered by a nuclear reactor and they are completely independent of air, so there is no need to surface frequently.
How many nuclear submarines does Britain have today?
The Royal Navy Operates 6 Trafalgar class submarines and 1 Astute class. These submarines are called 'attack' or 'hunter-killer' submarines and have roles such as land attack using Tomahawk cruise missiles and anti-surface and anti-submarine roles using the Spearfish torpedo. They can also carry out surveillance and reconnaissanse. The Royal Navy also has 4 Vanguard class submarines. These submarines are ballistic missile submarines. These submarines are responsible for the UK's nuclear detterent and use the Trident missile system. There is always at least one of these boats at sea at any given time.
Do submarines need gas?
No - all submarines, be it nuclear or diesel-electric, use diesel fuel, either for primary engines (DE) or backup generator (nuclear).
Why do you need sea defencs?
you need sea defenses to keep unwanted vessels (boats, submarines, etc.) out.
Why do submarines have to be strong?
Submarines would need thick, strong walls because They would have to withstand the pressure of the water that would increase the deeper they go, to do this they would need stronger and thicker materials to cope with the force (This would help keep the people safe).
What are the two types of submarines that the US Navy operates?
1. Ballistic submarines 2. Attack submarines
