[central_va]

I think a naval engagement of the future will be at close ranges. Why? Radar counter detection invariable leads to EMCOM - emissions control being enforced. Targeting will be via satellite and final targeting visual, that’s right visual. The old saying is radiate and die. Radar is suicide, same with active sonar.

[Lou L]

Targeting will be via satellite and final targeting visual, that’s right visual.

I find your post a little contradictory. You make some good points, but if you could target with satellites or aircraft (even drones), why wouldn't you fire from long distances, rather than make your platform more vulnerable by closing in?

[JimRed]

The old saying is radiate and die. Radar is suicide, same with active sonar.

For any non-military FReepers who may be scratching their heads over that, compare it to hiding in the woods, while someone looks for you using a flashlight. You can see the flashlight long before it can illuminate you!