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2026-02-28 Science & Technology

Liberty Class: US Navy's new warship can run for three months without sailors

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Posted by NoMoreBS 2026-02-28 00:00|| E-Mail|| Front Page|| [1797 views ] Top

1 So the crew can be drunk or sleeping for a long time. Detailers will be inundated.

Posted by Super Hose 2026-02-28 12:07|| 2026-02-28 12:07|| Front Page Top

2 No more mutinies. These ships will accomplish their missions as ordered by the Pentagon. No toilets on board, try clogging the plumbing on one of these!

You seem fascinated by poop and toilets. Are you familiar with Gleng?

Posted by Jairong+Scourge+of+the+Gepids2435 2026-02-28 14:56|| 2026-02-28 14:56|| Front Page Top

3 "These ships mark a milestone in naval vessels, capable of operating autonomously, they can run aground and bump into things without any human involvement whatsoever."

Automation, baby! The only reason for having a crew in the first place is to operate the ship. And damage control. You need that for ships you plan on keeping around.

Posted by SteveS 2026-02-28 19:09|| 2026-02-28 19:09|| Front Page Top

4 Damage control. What a concept! The ship takes one hit, and who is there to patch the holes?

Posted by Rambler 2026-02-28 19:59|| 2026-02-28 19:59|| Front Page Top

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