by Mariska Buitendijk | Jul 15, 2021 | Navy, News
The new flagship of the British Navy has been hit by a Covid outbreak during its maiden voyage around the world. British media report that around 100 infections have been detected on board HMS Queen Elizabeth. Covid cases have also been discovered on board escort...
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by Mariska Buitendijk | Jun 21, 2021 | Navy, News, Ship design
The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) has completed the first full ship shock trials (FSSTs). The first-in-class aircraft carrier was designed using advanced computer modelling methods, testing, and analysis to ensure it is hardened to withstand battle conditions. The shock...
