9 Latest Submarine Propulsion Technologies - The 2nd One Makes Competitors Desperate

2. Magnetohydrodynamic Drive Technology

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This revolutionary propulsion method operates without moving parts, using powerful electromagnetic fields to propel seawater directly. By applying strong magnetic fields to conductive seawater, thrust is generated through the Lorentz force principle, resulting in nearly silent propulsion. The absence of mechanical noise associated with traditional propellers makes submarines virtually undetectable by conventional sonar systems. Additionally, the lack of moving parts significantly reduces maintenance needs and enhances reliability. Recent breakthroughs in superconducting materials have made this technology increasingly viable, with some modern submarines already incorporating prototype systems that demonstrate unprecedented stealth capabilities.