Submarine rescue ship

Submarine rescue ship is a type of naval ship specifically designed and equipped to perform submarine rescue operations. These ships are equipped with advanced technology and equipment to locate, recover, and provide life-saving assistance to distressed submarines.

History

The concept of a submarine rescue ship was first introduced in the early 20th century, following the advent of submarine warfare during World War I. The need for such vessels became apparent after several tragic submarine accidents, which highlighted the lack of effective means to rescue trapped submariners.

Design and Equipment

Submarine rescue ships are typically equipped with a variety of specialized equipment designed to aid in the location and recovery of distressed submarines. This includes sonar systems for locating submarines, diving bells or submersibles for reaching and recovering submariners, and decompression chambers for treating rescued submariners suffering from decompression sickness.

Notable Submarine Rescue Ships

Several navies around the world operate submarine rescue ships. Notable examples include the United States Navy's USS Pigeon (ASR-21), the Royal Navy's HMS Protector (A163), and the Russian Navy's Igor Belousov.

See Also

• Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle
• Submarine Escape Immersion Equipment
• Submarine Escape Training Tower