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nuclear-powered ship

/ˈnjuːkliər ˈpaʊəd ʃɪp/

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/ˈnjuːkliər ˈpaʊəd ʃɪp/C1formaltechnical
  • ruКорабль, использующий ядерный реактор в качестве основного источника энергии для движения и бортовых систем, обычно применяемый для военных судов, таких как авианосцы и подводные лодки, а также для некоторых ледоколов.

A ship that uses a nuclear reactor as its primary power source for propulsion and onboard systems, typically used for military vessels like aircraft carriers and submarines, as well as some icebreakers.

  1. Vessel with nuclear propulsionC1formal

    A ship that uses a nuclear reactor to generate power for its engines, allowing it to operate for long periods without refueling.

    ruСудно с ядерной силовой установкой

    • The navy operates several nuclear-powered ships, including aircraft carriers and submarines.
    • A nuclear-powered ship can travel around the world without needing to stop for fuel.
    • The first nuclear-powered ship, the USS Nautilus, was launched in 1954.