In the 1970s, Skunk Works\xae stealth technology was proving so successful, that Ben Rich began looking for new potential applications. From this search would arise a program that would allow the United States not only to dominate the air, but the sea.\n\nFor exclusive content, check out our show notes at lockheedmartin.com/insideskunkworks\n\nEmail us at insideskunkworks.lm@lmco.com\n\nProduced by Claire Whitfield & Theresa Hoey\n\nAssociate Producer Nick Tanaka\n\nArtwork by Becca Smith & Francisco Silva\n\nWeb Content by Kyra Betteridge & Heidi Smith