Defense Weekly reported that the US Navy plans to introduce new methods of warfare, and the country plans to deploy smart mines around the world. Wait for the battle to take effect. Many countries consider the U.S. plan to be very dangerous. Such smart mines have already been developed and are being purchased by the U.S. Navy. According to the US Navy, such smart mines can be used to attack submarines. With his help, the strength of the US Navy will also be greatly enhanced. Experts have publicly said that the U.S. military plans to lay mines in several seas, including those near China and Russia. It has to be said that the US statement is very representative. If this plan is successfully implemented, China and Russia will face great challenges.
Although many new mines have been developed in different countries, there are also many old mines. Landmines played a very important role in warfare, both then and now. During the Iran-Iraq War, it was precisely because of the laying of mines at sea that civilian waterways were cut off and oil exports were greatly affected. It is undeniable that the presence of landmines can indeed have a fatal effect on enemy countries. Not only that, but it has also hurt many countries. According to international rules, no country, even the mighty United States, may lay mines on international public waterways in wartime. The Navy must also follow suit.
Why are old mines called "ruthless equipment"?
Compared with the new mine, the old mine still has a lot to be desired. Landmines are relatively easy to clear, and if you're not careful, you'll hurt your people. Therefore, opponents use special mines to clear them every time they enter the battle. It is even possible to shoot from a distance with a rifle. If the anchor chain of a mine breaks, it is likely to pose a threat to its own transport personnel, so few countries are willing to use a large number of mines if necessary. Compared with old mines, the new intelligent mines developed by the US military solve this problem. In the hands of the US military, mines were completely transformed into powerful weapons.
How powerful is the "Hammerhead Shark" smart mine?
Many military fans have heard the name of this mine - "Hammerhead Shark" smart mine. It is equipped with a hammerhead shark system. With this system, light torpedoes can remain at the bottom of the sea until when needed. You can activate it then. No manual operation is required, only a satellite signal. Since the mines are equipped with shielding devices, they can be detected by the sound signature of the warship. If an enemy ship is detected, the mine will automatically enter the launch phase and eventually successfully destroy it. According to American plans, all major waterways will be controlled until a sufficient number of mines are laid.
Compared with traditional mines, the cost of "hammerhead" smart mines has not changed much. The US military plans to directly convert the MK-54 mine into a "hammerhead" mine. In addition to nuclear submarines and ships, large unmanned underwater vehicles can be used for delivery. Take, for example, the unmanned underwater vehicle "Orka". This underwater vehicle can release 10 intelligent mines at the same time, and the work efficiency can be said to be very high. As for demining, many countries consider the actions of the US military to be very shameful. In this regard, the US military legal person openly declared that there is currently no regulation in the world that does not allow the military to drop "unarmed mines" into international waters.
[MK-54 light torpedo: This torpedo adopts a unique development method and firing method, which can attack submarines at an effective distance. Mainly suitable for deep-sea operations. 】
The United States may shoot itself in the foot
The US side believes that their actions are completely reasonable and legal. In the absence of contractual restrictions, the US military can drop a large number of "Hammerhead" smart mines in major sea areas around the world. To reassure other countries, the U.S. military also announced that the mines would not detonate until wartime. It must be said that the US methods are indeed insidious, and its behavior of exploiting loopholes is indeed incomprehensible. If the United States takes this step, it is likely that many countries will follow suit in the future. If these countries follow the example of the United States and drop large numbers of landmines in peacetime, there is no guarantee that these mines will not explode suddenly. No matter how much the United States plans to invest in a large number of mines, if it miscalculates, it is likely that it will not survive in the end.