Escorts use of ASDIC
A quick question, in SH3/GWX why do the warships escorting a convoy only use their ASDIC (i.e. active sonar) once they are aware of an enemy submarine in the vicinity? Was this how it was used in real life or is it a limitation of the SH3 game engine?
From what I have read, ASDIC operators were employed 24 hours a day listening to their active sonar sets rather than just relying on hydrophones to hear a submerged contact.
Your views greatly appreciated.
Nemo
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