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Ulsan-class FFX-111 [Image: HHI]
Arlington, Va., headquartered Leonardo DRS, Inc. (NASDAQ: DRS) studies that the Republic of Korea Navy’s first Ulsan-class Future Frigate experimental Batch-3 (FFX-III) has efficiently accomplished sea trials. DRS supplies the hybrid electrical drive propulsion system for the ship. That includes quiet, compact, superior everlasting magnet propulsion motors, it helps the ship’s anti-submarine warfare (ASW) mission with much less noise era and superior gas economic system.
This sea trial follows the supply of eight shipsets of the DRS hybrid electrical drive for the Daegu-Class FFX-II frigates.
“The profitable and well timed testing was an essential section of this program, which demonstrates our continued success and collaboration with Hyosung Company, Korean shipbuilding HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HD HHI), and the ROK Navy,” stated Jon Miller, Leonardo DRS naval energy techniques senior vp and common supervisor. “I’m happy with our engineering crew, who demonstrated very good experience, technical ability, and professionalism to show the system, operation, and general efficiency of the primary Ulsan-class FFX-III frigate.”
The ten-day sea trial, which befell in August , marked a major milestone within the growth and testing of the Ulsan-class FFX-III. Carried out within the Sea of Japan, the trial showcased the vessel’s distinctive efficiency, economic system, security options, and its skill to fulfill and exceed all efficiency necessities. The ROK Navy plans to start deployment of the ship instantly. DRS will proceed with manufacturing of 5 further shipsets for the FFX-III program.
