A Navy SEAL, Adam Schwarze has been deployed nine times and received three awards for valor. Stationed in Honolulu, Hawaii, Adam Schwarze most recently contributed to the development of a new type of Wet Combat Submersible (WCS).
Watercraft comprise a key element in allowing SEALs to conduct missions quickly and covertly from the sea. Rapidly advancing technology has contributed to the modernization of two types of underwater systems: a Shallow Water Combat Submersible (SWCS) and a Dry Combat Submersible (DCS).
In a SWCS, SEALs are transported “wet” and must wear protective suits. With increased payload capacity and an improved navigation system, the vehicle is transported by a dry deck shelter once the SEALs exit. The system uses lithium-ion batteries, which facilitates faster speeds and longer loitering times.
A DCS provides the advantage of transporting SEALs dry, which means they can embark on their mission warm and less fatigued. Compared to SWCS, dry submersibles also have a greater range.
