On January 28th the new Black Shark Advanced (BSA), produced by WASS
was launched for the first time ever from the submarine SCIRE’.
The torpedo launched in “Push Out” mode (water ram expulsion
system, which ejects the torpedo by means high water-pressure), was
equipped in a totally innovative way, thanks to the new Lithium-Polymer
Battery. |
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The launch, called “Short-Fire”, took place in the La Spezia
gulf and was aimed at testing the WASS progresses in the frame of the
project “New Heavyweight Torpedo”, developed in cooperation
with the Italian Navy. The successful launch represents another step
ahead, toward the acquisition by the Italian Navy.
“The Black Shark
is the result of Italian research and cutting-edge technology–
said Alessandro Franzoni, Chief Executive Officer of WASS – example
of the national excellence in the field of underwater defence equipment
through the use of innovative technical solutions for the propulsion
systems, power generation and electro-acoustics. Thanks to its high
quality standards it will succeed in all main international markets.”
Over the next few years, the Black Shark Advanced is expected to replace
the old A-184 Heavyweight Torpedo, now supplied to submarines of the
Italian Navy, increasing significantly the ability to defend the waters
and the Italian homeland. |
