Submarine Mystery Questions - Jan 1, 2010

BACKGROUND: Selected photos (above) of a unique facility bear uncanny resemblences to submarine / spaceship interiors. In fact, the resemblance does not end with mere appearances. The facility has atmosphere control, redundant power, and simulated daylight. Submariners would easily be comfortable working within such a commercial environment.
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QUESTIONS (NEW [see note# 1] degree of difficulty is surfaced level):
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1) Identify the underlying facility's (name, country, and purpose).
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2) The facility contains a submarine klaxon from which country's submarine?
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3) Diesel generators shown were designed for submarines of what country?
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4) Diesel generators of the type shown are currently used on subs of what country?
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5) What is the make and alleged output of the diesel generators?
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ANSWERS: Monday
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note #1 - Difficulty levels in ascending order:
Surfaced (average for navy)
Submerged (average for submariners)
Test Depth (dolphins usually required)
Oulie (C.O.B. level)
Beyond Crush Depth (requires help from above)
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Submarines are always silent and strange.