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By David Strachan, Strikepod Systems

Image above: Deployable from the dry deck shelter of a submarine, Snakehead provides guidance and control, navigation, situational awareness, propulsion, maneuvering and sensors in support of the intelligence preparation of the operational environment mission. 8 July/August 2025

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