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Author(s): Peter Yule, Derek Woolner
ISBN(s): 9780521868945, 0521868947
Edition: 1
File Details: PDF, 13.18 MB
Year: 2008
Language: english
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ISBN 10: 0521868947 
ISBN 13: 9780521868945
Author: Peter Yule, Derek Woolner

A unique and outstanding military and industrial achievement, the Collins class submarine project was also plagued with difficulties and mired in politics. Its story is one of heroes and villains, grand passions, intrigue, lies, spies and backstabbing. It is as well a story of enormous commitment and resolve to achieve what many thought impossible. The building of these submarines was Australia’s largest, most expensive and most controversial military project. From initiation in the 1981–2 budget to the delivery of the last submarine in 2003, the total cost was in excess of six billion dollars. Over 130 key players were interviewed for this book, and the Australian Defence Department allowed access to its classified archives and the Australian Navy archives. Vividly illustrated with photographs from the collections of the Royal Australian Navy and ASC Pty Ltd, The Collins Class Submarine Story: Steel, Spies and Spin, first published in 2008, is a riveting and accessibly written chronicle of a grand-scale quest for excellence.

The Collins Class Submarine Story Steel Spies and Spin 1st Table of contents:

Part I: The Genesis and Design

  1. The Need for Submarines: Strategic Imperatives
    • Australia’s Defence Posture and Requirements
    • The Obsolete Oberons and the Push for Replacement
    • Regional Geopolitics and the Role of Submarines
  2. Choosing the Design: A Global Competition
    • The Selection Process and Competing Bids (Sweden, Germany, France, Netherlands)
    • The Decision for the Kockums Type 471 (Collins Class)
    • The Design Philosophy: Stealth, Range, and Weapons
  3. Building the Boats: Industrial Capability and Challenges
    • The Establishment of the Australian Submarine Corporation (ASC)
    • Technology Transfer and Local Construction
    • Initial Industrial Problems and Learning Curves

Part II: Performance, Problems, and Public Perception

  1. Steel: Technical Flaws and Engineering Headaches
    • Hull Cracks and Welding Issues
    • Propeller Noise and Acoustic Signature Problems
    • Combat System Integration Failures
    • Engines, Batteries, and Other Subsystem Deficiencies
  2. Spies: Intelligence Concerns and Security Leaks
    • Allegations of Espionage and Compromised Design
    • The Controversy Surrounding Deployed Capabilities
    • The Impact on Regional Alliances and Defence Intelligence
  3. Spin: Public Relations and Political Fallout
    • Managing Public Perception and Media Scrutiny
    • Government Justifications and Defence Minister Statements
    • The Role of Consultants and Independent Reviews
    • The Impact on Political Careers and Public Trust

Part III: The Long Road to Rectification

  1. Addressing the Issues: Reviews, Inquiries, and Recommendations
    • The McIntosh-Prescott Report and Other Key Investigations
    • The Identification of Root Causes (Design, Build, Management)
    • Proposed Solutions and Remedial Programs
  2. The Combat System: A Persistent Challenge
    • The Difficulties of Integrating US and Australian Systems
    • Ongoing Software Bugs and Obsolescence Issues
    • The Path to a Reliable and Effective Combat System
  3. Improving Performance: Upgrades and Maintenance
    • Mid-Life Upgrades (MLU) and Refurbishments
    • The Evolution of Maintenance Regimes
    • Efforts to Improve Availability and Reliability

Part IV: The Collins Class in Operation and Legacy

  1. Operations and Training: At Sea and Below
    • The Daily Lives of Submariners
    • Training Regimes and Skill Development
    • Deployment and Exercises
  2. Strategic Value and Contribution to Defence
    • The Role of the Collins Class in Australia’s Defence Strategy
    • Deterrence and Surveillance Capabilities
    • Participation in International Operations
  3. The Long-Term Legacy: Lessons Learned
    • Implications for Future Defence Procurement
    • The Challenge of Complex, Indigenous Defence Projects
    • The Human Cost and Dedication of Personnel
    • The Collins Class and the Future of Australian Submarines (e.g., AUKUS context, though not explicitly in 2008)

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