Category: Marines from all over the world

Russia to submit offer to India for P75I submarines

Russia to submit offer to India for P75I submarines

Gepostet von | 25 Aug 2021 | , , , , | 0

The modernisation of the Indian Navy is progressing and the country is spending a lot of money on it. The armed forces are now making a good impression not only above but also below the water. With the introduction of the Kalvari class in 2017, India now has modern submarines. They are based on the French Scorpène class, are 75 metres long and displace 1775 tonnes when submerged. With their diesel engines supplied by MTU, the boats reach a speed of around 20 knots under water, with a maximum diving depth of 350 metres. The submarines are armed with six 533-millimetre torpedo tubes, from which SM 39 Exocet missiles can also be fired or launched.

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Dutch navy supports aid in Haiti

Dutch navy supports aid in Haiti

Gepostet von | 25 Aug 2021 | , , | 0

It was another devastating earthquake that struck the south-west of Haiti on 19 August with a magnitude of 7.2. More than 2,200 people lost their lives and well over 10,000 were injured. In addition, countless families lost the roof over their heads and with it a large part of their possessions. Not only the American armed forces are present to provide emergency aid, but other nations are also providing assistance on the ground. The emergency operation is also being supported by the Netherlands. As far as availability allows, a Dutch navy ship is permanently stationed in the Caribbean islands. Its actual task is to...

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Back to the shipyard

Back to the shipyard

Gepostet von | 25 Aug 2021 | , , , , | 0

Over the past 21 months, the USS Gerald R. Ford has been put through its paces. The extensive testing of the latest American aircraft carrier began after delivery to the US Navy and came to a climax with the Full Ship Shock Trials. Powerful underwater explosive charges were detonated at various distances to test the ship's resistance to strong shocks. Now the Navy is sending the Ford to the shipyard for the last time for the time being. Over the next six months, repairs will be carried out once again at Newport News Shipyard and systems will be brought up to date. After that, the carrier will be ready to...

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US Navy orders 3D printer

US Navy orders 3D printer

Gepostet von | 24 Aug 2021 | , , , | 0

The US Navy is ordering 3D printers from American manufacturer Stratasys for a total of 20 million dollars. 25 F900s are to be delivered by August 2026 and installed at various locations. The F900 is a professional printer that is also suitable for the production of large parts. It can process 16 materials, from thermoplastics to high-performance polymers. The 2.7 x 1.7 x 2 metre devices weigh around 2.9 tonnes. The systems can be used to produce elaborate and complex spare parts for ships and aeroplanes on site. The virtually immediate availability increases the...

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