Ship system innovations will have lasting impact on navy's future

Article Abstract:

Adm. Vern Clark, chief of naval operations has an abiding interest in cutting the size of his force and using the money saved to upgrade the fleet by making substantial reductions in the size of ship's crews, which is driving a variety of high-tech innovations in ship systems and operations. The Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), the DD(X) destroyer, the Virginia-class submarine and the CVN 21 aircraft carrier are being designed with an aim to make optimal use of technology and people.

Naval art and science, Naval warfare, Navy-yards and naval stations, Naval bases

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The ideal

Article Abstract:

Navy's training fundamentals are undergoing a dramatic change with custom-tailored training being incorporated, with the goal of building a more highly skilled force working on ships with the latest technology. The navy will need to resolve issues as interoperability, how best to assemble specific materials tailored to each sailor's need and getting those materials out to the fleet, ashore or at sea.

Personnel administration, Training, Naval education, Marine navigation

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