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CUVX Design – VT Team 2 Page 1038. Special Design Considerations and StandardsConcept development shall consider and evaluate the following specific areas and features:• Topside and hull design shall incorporate features to reduce total ship signatures including infrared (IR),radar cross-section (RCS), magnetic, and acoustic signatures.• Propulsion plant options shall consider the need for reduced acoustic and infrared signatures whileaddressing required speed and endurance.• Reduced manning and maintenance factors shall be considered to minimize total ownership costThe following standards shall be used as design “guidance”:• General Specifications for Ships of the USN (1995)• Longitudinal Strength: DDS 100-6• Stability and Buoyancy: DDS 079-1• Freeboard: DDS 079-2• Endurance Fuel: DDS 200-1• Electric Load Analysis: DDS 310-1• Aircraft Handling Deck Structure: DDS 130-1Use the following cost and life cycle assumptions:• Ship service life = L S = 30 years• Base year = 2005• IOC = 2011• Total ship acquisition = N S = 30 ships• Production rate = R P = 2 per year