Because so many of its systems are automated, the DDG 1000's crew will number 140. This reduces the ship's operational costs, but it also has benefits for crew members, who will enjoy larger rooms and improved living conditions. From Design to Destroyer Northrop Grumman's Ingalis Shipyard...
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The DDG 1000 will cost a great deal to build, but it will be one of the most efficient ships to operate. Many of its critical systems will be fully automated, requiring a smaller crew to keep the ship operational. Its fuel-efficient power system will also reduce fuel costs and provide p...
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from the craft skills required to create exposed connections and details, instead favoring pneumatically driven nails, staples and adhesives which take an excessive amount of time to deconstruct, often leading them to be scrapped. He also makes note of an increased use of composites and engineered ...
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