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To: NorthMountain

Bismarck had radar controlled fire systems but no carriers to help.


56 posted on 11/11/2025 9:10:08 AM PST by ding_dong_daddy_from_dumas
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To: ding_dong_daddy_from_dumas
Just checked to get the details right.

Bismark had an 82cm (wavelength), 8kW RADAR system.
American battleships had 3cm (wavelength), 50kW RADAR systems.

As a general matter, shorter wavelength means greater accuracy in detection, identification, tracking, and ranging. Antenna size and power output are also relevant.

The Combined Fleet pages have all manner of interesting information about WWII ships.

69 posted on 11/11/2025 11:55:33 AM PST by NorthMountain (... the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed)
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