Mystery of US nuclear submarine fleet "hiding" at the bottom of the ocean
Ohio submarines with their huge nuclear arsenal are quietly helping the US maintain its global supremacy thanks to an extremely sophisticated logistics network.
Báo Khoa học và Đời sống•21/05/2025
The US Ohio-class submarine is likened to a "nuclear ghost" under the ocean with a global strategic deterrence mission. (Photo:Education Times) There are currently 14 Ohio submarines in operation, accounting for 70% of the US nuclear deterrent since the Cold War. (Photo: Naval News) Each ship is capable of launching Trident missiles carrying multiple nuclear warheads from any location under the sea. (Photo: Education Times) The Trident missile has a range of up to 11,000 km and flies at hypersonic speeds, bringing terrifying destructive power. (Photo: Education Times) Although designed for 30 years of service, this submarine fleet has been in operation for more than 42 years and is still extremely effective. (Photo: Education Times) Nuclear propulsion systems allow ships to operate secretly for long periods of time without surfacing. (Photo: Education Times) The US Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) supports more than 100,000 components, ensuring the ship is always ready for combat. (Photo: Education Times) The US Navy will soon deploy the Columbia-class submarine to succeed the Ohio and consolidate its underwater superiority. (Photo: Education Times)
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