The bridge position shows how naval-design priorities can conflict. Placing it high increases the movement felt by personnel as the ship rolls. The same height extends the visual horizon and helps officers conning the ship see farther. Modern navies rely more heavily on electronic sensors than on unaided eyesight, which changes the value of that advantage. A feature that is awkward for the crew can still offer an operational benefit.
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A high bridge trades more motion for longer sightlines
The class's high bridge increases motion but also improves the conning officer's visual horizon, a tradeoff partly altered by reliance on electronic sensors.