Gyro Compass On Ships: Construction, Working, And Usage
A Gyro compass is a form of gyroscope, used widely on ships for determining the true north. Read more in this article.
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What Is Engine Order Telegraph?
The Engine order telegraph (EOT) is used as a communication device to transfer orders of change in speed or direction from the bridge to the engine control room.
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What Is Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS)?
Global Maritime Distress Safety System (GMDSS) is used on ships to send & receive distress signal and maritime safety information via a satellite or radio communication equipment.
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Ship Behaviour In Shallow Water: Effects On Resistance And Speed
This article examines a ship’s behaviour in shallow water compared to deep water and the resulting impact on resistance and speed.
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Understanding Ballast Water Management Dispensation Letters
Imagine if your vessel encounters Challenging Water Quality (CWQ) conditions that make it impossible to use the Ballast Water Treatment System (BWTS). But this raises a critical question: Do you need a Dispensation Letter before bypassing the system? Read the article to find out.
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What Are Standard Marine Communication Phrases?
All forms of communication encompassing technical aspects in a vessel comes under the purview of a set of well-defined verbal protocols, as stipulated by IMO under the resolution of Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP).
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The Role Of Hydrodynamics In Modern Ship Design
Hydrodynamics is relevant at the stages of the basic design of a vessel when its hull form is envisaged. Read along to know the aspects of hydrodynamics relevant in the realm of vessel design and naval architecture.
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What Is Mooring Analysis?
Mooring analysis is a key process in offshore engineering and naval architecture, used to evaluate and design systems that secure vessels or offshore structures in fixed positions.
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7 Best Handheld Marine GPS
Handheld portable marine GPS devices are used by sailors around the world. In this article, we have mentioned top 7 best selling portable GPS navigators in the market today.
