Babcock is the Delegated Design Authority for all UK submarines Weapon Handling and Launch Systems. We are extremely proud of our state of the art ATP systems which enable compatibility with all Torpedoes, Mines and Missiles produced by leading manufacturers. Our innovative system also offers significant advantages in terms of discharge flexibility, integration, mass, noise, volume and economy of operating air.
We pride ourselves on offering a first class service at all times. Our highly qualified and dedicated team are experts in their field and will strive to exceed your expectations from day one.
An outline of our core service features is provided below. For further information, or to discuss your individual needs, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Core Service Features
WEAPON HANDLING SYSTEMS
- Facilitates the safe embarkation and disembarkation of weapons
- Safe loading or unloading of any weapon tube
- Safely stow weapons providing necessary protection from submarine movement and shock
- Minimisation of both manpower requirement and time for operation
WEAPON LAUNCH SYSTEMS
- Babcock Integrated Technology has vast experience with both methods of discharge
- Positive Discharge provides a robust and versatile launch platform
- Methods of Positive Discharge include:
- Single Tube Direct Air - Release of high-pressure air directly behind the weapon
- Linear Single Tube Device - A mechanised device in the tube achieves weapon discharge
- Multi Tube Water Ram - Water ram produces a displacement of water behind the payload to discharge it
- Multi Tube Air Turbine Pump - High-pressure air drives a turbine, pumping water into the selected tube forcing the expulsion of the weapon
AIR TURBINE PUMP
Design and manufacture of all types of systems
- ATP provides significant weight savings
- Produces less noise
- Versatility in the range of weapons that can be fired
FUTURE DISCHARGE SYSTEMS
Dedicated to developing the next generation of launch systems
Key Customers
Babcock has provided modern ATP based systems on:
- UK’s new Astute Submarine
- Spanish S-80
- South Korean Jangbogo-III class.
Babcock has supplied Launch systems on:
- Collins Class, Australia
- Victoria Class, Canada
- Royal Navy Swiftsure
- Trafalgar and Vanguard classes.