The Genius Engineering Behind Contra-Rotating Propellers
A contra-rotating propeller system uses two propellers spinning in opposite directions. This impressive feat of engineering changed the course of aviation.
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How Fast Can Aircraft Carriers Travel & Which Country Has The Fastest?
Aircraft carriers are critical parts of some naval fleets; as such, they need to be fast. But how fast are they, and who has the fastest of them all?
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China Vs US Destroyers: How The Naval Warships Compare
U.S. destroyers are the backbone of the U.S. Navy's surface fleet, though China is rapidly building a modern fleet of warships to compete with them.
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5 US Aircraft Carriers You Can Visit As A Museum Ship
Some of the largest and most significant battles in history were fought with aircraft carriers. Here are five historic survivors you can visit.
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Why Brazil Sank Its Own Aircraft Carrier In 2023
There are many a reason why a navy would lay waste to an aircraft carrier, and this why Brazil chose to.
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What Does 'DEVGRU' Stand For In The US Navy?
The U.S. Navy's SEAL Teams haven't existed since the 1980s, as the were reclassified as the Special Warfare Development Group (or DEVGRU) in 1987.
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Why The US Navy Still Doesn't Have An Attack Helicopter
The U.S. Army has the AH-64 Apache, the Marine Corps has the AH-1 Cobra, but the Navy doesn't use a dedicated combat chopper. There's a good reason.
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Every Aircraft Carrier Japan Had Active During World War 2
The U.S. may have fielded the largest aircraft carrier fleet in World War 2, but Japan was no slouch. Through conversions, it also amassed a pretty large fleet.
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How Do Diesel Submarine Engines Work While Underwater?
America's nuclear-powered submarines aren't the only variation of the submersible out there. There are also diesel-electric subs, which work differently.
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Which Country's Military Controls The Most Submarines?
Navigating the seas largely undetected, submarines are a valuable asset to militaries around the world. One country controls more of these boats than any other.
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Every American Aircraft Carrier Sunk During WWII
A look at every U.S. aircraft carrier sunk in WWII, from USS Langley to USS Bismarck Sea, the battles they fought, and the sacrifices of their crews.
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5 Of The Worst Aircraft Carriers In Military History
From to fragile propellers and floating fire hazards, to stacks belching out plumes of thick, black smoke. These aircraft carriers failed to prove their worth.
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The WWII German U-Boat That Was Sunk By A Malfunctioning Toilet
There are many ways that submarines can sink, but one German submarine during WWII may be the only one to ever sink because of a toilet. Here's the tale.
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Aircraft Carrier Alternatives: These Are The Navy's Best Options
Aircraft carriers aren’t the only answer -- discover the Navy’s nimble, high-tech options that keep maritime power sharp and unpredictable.
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What Makes American Aircraft Carriers So Notoriously Hard To Sink?
Aircraft carriers, especially American ones, are monstrous vessels, serving many purposes worldwide. If one were to be attacked, it wouldn't go down easily.
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The Strange Aircraft Carrier Ritual Involving Boots And A Catapult
Among the many unique traditions that have become custom on aircraft carriers over the decades is a strange one involving boots and a catapult.
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Who Was Nimitz & Why Is An American Aircraft Carrier Named After Him?
The USS Nimitz is an impressive vessel, but the man it was named after is an equally distinguished figure who left behind a defining legacy.
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Who Builds China's Aircraft Carriers? (And Are They Constructing New Ones?)
China has expanded its carrier fleet rapidly over the past decade and now counts three under its command. Where are these coming from, and are more on the way?
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This Is The U.S. Navy's Most Decorated Aircraft Carrier (And Here's What That Means)
Despite advances in military technology, the Navy's most decorated aircraft carrier was at the Battle of Midway during WWII and other conflicts of the era.
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Who Builds America's Aircraft Carriers And Where Are They Made?
The aircraft carriers used by America may be impressive titans, but where are they made? Who builds and assembles these giants for the US to deploy?
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This Is Why So Many Ships Are Painted Red On The Bottom
Ever noticed the red paint on the bottom of ships? It is not just for looks but also plays a vital role in protecting the hull from marine damage.
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Why Are Aircraft Carrier Runways Angled & How Long Are They?
When most people think about aircraft carriers, they think about modern day carriers with angled runways. However, that wasn't always the case.
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Which Country's Navy Controls The Most War Ships?
Global naval power is changing fast as countries invest in new warships and technology. Here’s what’s driving the shift and what it means for the seas.
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Yamaha CrossWave: What Makes This Powerful 4-Person WaveRunner So Special?
The Yamaha CrossWave is a jet ski designed to appeal to the fishing market. Some of its features are firsts for the powered watercraft industry.
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Every Japanese Aircraft Carrier Sunk In WWII
The Pacific Theater of World War II was one of the most ferocious naval campaigns in history during which capital ships engaged in tremendous battles.
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Why The US Navy Detonates Bombs Near Aircraft Carriers Before They Enter Service
Before the first ship of a new class of warship takes to the seas, the Navy has one last test it needs to conduct. Here's why the Navy bombs its own ships.
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How Many Nuclear Submarines Does China Have & How Does The US Navy Compare?
The U.S. Navy has nuclear-powered submarines scattered across the globe, and China has been making strides to compete with America's submarine technology.
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