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Richard Sterk

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Featured / Naval Systems / Pacific Rim / US Defense

Australia’s Surprise Decision and the Dynamics of the World Submarine Market

September 20, 2021October 12, 2021 - by Richard Sterk

  Australia’s cancellation of its contract with France’s Naval Group for 12 Shortfin Barracuda class submarines (the Shortfin being a conventionally powered variant of the nuclear-powered Barracuda) in favor of …

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Aggressive Behavior in South China Sea Sparks New Interest in Sonobuoys
Military Electronics / US Defense

Aggressive Behavior in South China Sea Sparks New Interest in Sonobuoys

May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 - by Richard Sterk

Undersea warfare is seeing a resurgence of interest following years of neglect in favor of airborne and land-based operations.  This revival is being driven by China’s increasing aggression in the …

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Dipping Sonars a Key Tool in Hunting Submarines
Military Electronics

Dipping Sonars a Key Tool in Hunting Submarines

April 10, 2020April 7, 2020 - by Richard Sterk

Some of the best anti‑submarine warfare systems available today tend to act from above rather than below.  Whether they are shore-based, long-range maritime patrol aircraft or ship-based, short‑range helicopters, aircraft …

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