SMRTR TechSep 29, 2024Interesting Engineering

China’s latest nuclear-powered submarine sinks, PLA tight-lipped on loss

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China's newest nuclear-powered attack submarine sank in Wuhan earlier this year, causing a major setback for the PLA Navy. The Zhou-class vessel was the first of its kind with an X-shaped stern for improved maneuverability, but details about casualties and potential radiation issues remain unclear as China has stayed silent on the incident.

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