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nuclear submarine
Underwater warship that operates on nuclear energy; it can remain underwater for months without surfacing.
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conning tower
The submarine’s superstructure, from which the periscopes and antennas emerge.
conning tower
sail plane
Adjustable fin at the front of the submarine; it is used for diving and surfacing.
diving plane
Adjustable rudder at the stern that allows the submarine to dive and surface.
upper rudder
Movable part that allows the submarine to stay on course and turn right and left.
propeller
Device with blades that is connected to a propeller shaft; its movement generates the propulsion needed to drive the submarine.