President Trump has directed the US Navy to replace electromagnetic aircraft catapults and weapons elevators with old-fashioned steam and hydraulic systems, citing issues with the current technology. The move is part of a broader effort to shake up shipbuilding for the US Navy, which has been criticized for being slow and inefficient.
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The Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) will be replaced with a steam-powered system on the future USS Doris Miller (CVN-81), and Advanced Weapons Elevators will be replaced with hydraulic versions used in older carriers. President Trump's directive aims to address issues with EMALS and improve shipbuilding efficiency.









