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Old 07-14-14, 02:25 PM   #9
vanjast
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Originally Posted by Pistoliero View Post
Are there any benefits to using so complex intercept algorithm?
Ruler and knots to km/h transfer sheet (seite 1) work just fine for me.
All you need in this case is to draw target course vector and find (on this vector) a point, to which your u-boat will arrive before the target will.
Eggsactly.. then you turn down the course to the expected convoy, putting you in perfect 'convoy infiltration' position, if you're lucky just within the outer column/row.

This you do submerged at depth depending on convoy speed, tracking the 'convoy spread' on hydrophone, to assess your position. Once the lead escort passes over you, you start surfacing - should bring you up approximately in the first row or just after.

The juicy targets are mid-convoy.
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