No, acoustic signatures are generated by more than just cavitation. acoustic generation is only partially related to speed. At the most basic simple level - then yes. But as an overall answer - no.Darrel_topgun said:Well of course, whether it is an SSK or SSN, the acoustic emanation is directly proportional to the speed of the sub.
Advantages and disadvantages are more related mission issues. Cavitation is one small part of platform detection.Darrel_topgun said:The only advantage of a SSK over a SSN is a SSK could travel faster while on batteries making it quieter than if a SSN travels with the same speed, the determining factor in the overall acoustic audability of a SSK or SSN is the rate of cavitation.
Please stop making empirical statements that are not factual. There are at least 4 people on here who actually either have direct submarine service experience, ASW experience or have involvement with acoustic warfare. You are making misleading statements which are being presented as fact when they are fundamentally wrong.