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Old 08-23-11, 12:39 PM   #555
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Thanks for reviving the thread, FADM Gryphon. I somehow missed the following at the time, but I do have the answer.

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Originally Posted by Oleif View Post
How was information loaded into the tube before firing? I assume there was a connection to the torpedo while the torpedo was in the tube to allow instant updates from the TDC and split second firing. Was there a wire leading to the motor? would a crewmember have to turn a knob or something then quick shut the door?
There was a connection that ran through the tube wall to controls on the torpedo itself.
http://www.maritime.org/fleetsub/tubes/chap7.htm
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