Could twin naval gun mounts return?

Could dual-barrel main guns return to warships in significant numbers?

Potentially. Twin mounts become attractive when firepower per unit of deck area matters more, but their future also depends on laser development and expected combat demands.

Single-barrel mounts reduced maintenance complexity, and two separate guns could still supply two barrels. That calculation changes when the constraint becomes firepower from a fixed area of deck. Twin mounts could regain appeal as navies expect more demanding conflicts and seek greater gunfire density. Their prospects also depend on how laser weapons develop.