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Zumwalt Delayed Due to Power Plant Issues

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The USS Zumwalt's return to the fleet has been delayed due to issues with its hybrid-electric power plant and other factors. The ship was expected to return after a hypersonic missile upgrade. The delays are a setback for the Navy's plans to integrate the Zumwalt into its fleet operations.

Why it matters

The Zumwalt's advanced power plant and hypersonic missile capabilities are crucial for the Navy's future operations, making the resolution of these issues significant for national security and defense technology development.

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