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Current submarine atmosphere control technology.

W Mazurek1

  • 1Department of Defence, Defence Science and Technology Organisation, Aeronautical and Maritime Research Laboratory, Melbourne, Australia. wally.masurek@dsto.defence.gov.au

Life Support & Biosphere Science : International Journal of Earth Space
|March 6, 2002
PubMed
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Submarine air purification evolved from basic CO2 scrubbing to complex systems for nuclear vessels. Modern conventional submarines require similar advanced air revitalization despite power and space limitations.

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Area of Science:

  • Marine Engineering
  • Environmental Control Systems
  • Submarine Technology

Background:

  • Early submarine air purification relied on simple chemical methods like soda lime for CO2 removal and oxygen candles.
  • Advancements in air revitalization accelerated with nuclear-powered submarines, enabling regenerative and energy-intensive systems.
  • The development of air-independent propulsion in conventional submarines necessitates sophisticated air purification solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the historical evolution of submarine air purification technologies.
  • To identify the challenges and requirements for air purification in modern conventional submarines.
  • To assess the applicability of existing nuclear submarine air purification systems for conventional submarines.

Main Methods:

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  • Historical review of air purification techniques in submarines.
  • Analysis of technological advancements driven by nuclear propulsion.
  • Evaluation of current constraints (power, space) for conventional submarine systems.

Main Results:

  • Significant technological leaps in atmosphere revitalization occurred with nuclear submarine development.
  • Conventional submarines with air-independent propulsion face stringent power and space limitations for air purification.
  • Progress is being made in adapting nuclear submarine technologies for these new requirements.

Conclusions:

  • Submarine air purification has progressed from basic chemical processes to complex regenerative systems.
  • Meeting the air revitalization needs of power- and space-constrained conventional submarines is a key challenge.
  • Adapting existing advanced technologies offers a promising path forward for conventional submarine habitability.