02-16-2025, 11:36 AM
"A nuclear warhead's "life expectancy" is considered quite long, with estimates suggesting that the primary components, particularly plutonium pits, can remain stable for decades, potentially up to 85 years or more, according to recent studies, meaning they may not need replacement as frequently as previously thought; however, regular maintenance and component replacements are still necessary to ensure functionality."
Russia is not known for maintaining stuff very well, or at all.
Corruption in it's military is endemic.
Mind you, I wouldn't want to find out the hard way if their nukes work....
Russia is not known for maintaining stuff very well, or at all.
Corruption in it's military is endemic.
Mind you, I wouldn't want to find out the hard way if their nukes work....
I now know why I am called a grown up. Every time I get up I groan.