I'll Be Back: Germany is a Submarine Power, Again. "The secret sauce in the new generation of German subs is the use of hydrogen fuel cells for power, which allows subs to operate nearly silently for weeks at a time without using expensive nuclear reactors."

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Germany's use of hydrogen fuel cells in submarines, such as the Type 212A, demonstrates its commitment to efficient and stealthy littoral operations. This technology offers prolonged underwater endurance, critical for modern naval missions.