How to learn about target data computing?

[Paul Riley]

For anyone that doesnt already own it I strongly suggest you try and get hold of a copy of 'the u-boat commander's handbook' ,either from Amazon or you may be lucky to still find online copies.This is basically an instruction manual compiled by the uboat commanders themselves.It covers how the u-boat should be used,and how to perform specific shots under specific conditions,and also covers many other important aspects of u-boat warfare.
I was lucky to get a copy imported from USA at the time as stocks in Britain were dwindling fast,and in my opinion is indispensible to both the uboat researcher or u-boat gamer.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/U-Boat-Comma...0&sr=8-2-fkmr0

HURRY WHILE STOCKS LAST!

For those that cant get a copy this link is for an online document taken from the book,and may not be complete like the book is.However,it looks like it covers at least most areas.

http://www.hnsa.org/doc/uboat/index.htm

[maillemaker]

I don't think you need historic literature on the subject to try non-90 methods.

The 90-degree method is the most reliable, primarily because you control the tactical situation. You overtake the ship/convoy, lie in wait, have sufficient time to make calculations (plus double-check), and the entire length of the ship is your margin of error in case you misjudge slightly.

Well, when you read Iron Coffins, man it sounds like they were shooting from any which angle as they stumbled on ships in convoys.

With fixed wire, you basically have to aim the submarine. I'm certain that this is not necessary if you understand the range, speed, AoB and bearing.

I just don't understand how it all works together.

Steve

[Paul Riley]

If you are serious about SH3 and how it all works,or worked in real life then literature WILL be neccessary,as then you will be reading the very things the real commanders wrote,or contributed to.In this case,I REALLY recommend trying to get hold of a copy of the U-BCH (the link above).Inside it discusses in detail everything about uboat warfare and how it should be conducted.
SH3 after all is not a beat em up,it is a sub simulator and can be complex at times
Do a bit of research and take time to find documents in this forum,there is a tonne of data in here