Decoy launchers are systems that deploy expendable countermeasures, such as acoustic or radar decoys, to mislead or divert incoming threats, enhancing survivability of naval vessels like LPDs.

The upper deck of an aircraft carrier, equipped for aircraft takeoff, landing, and maintenance operations.

Propulsion system combining gas turbines and diesel generators to provide both ship propulsion and electrical power.

Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) capability enables vehicles and equipment to be driven on/off a ship via ramps, facilitating rapid vehicle loading/unloading for amphibious operations.

A recessed area at the stern of certain amphibious warships, allowing landing craft or vehicles to enter/exit the vessel directly from the water.