Solving compass mysteries
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In the absence of outside radio transmissions or onboard power, the compass is the single most important piece of equipment on a boat. A compass, however, can be affected by any number of mysterious forces. Tips on how to best minimize any adverse effects on a compass's accuracy are presented.
Publication Name: Motor Boating & Sailing
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0027-1799
Year: 1996
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Electronic wizards
Article Abstract:
New and advanced electronic charts that aid mariners to navigate their way through the water have been introduced to the market. The electronic chart plotters are used with software and hardware to process and show the coordinates of destinations or locations.
Publication Name: Motor Boating & Sailing
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0027-1799
Year: 1995
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Emergency bilge pump
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Most bilge pumps are designed to handle incidental water, not emergency flooding. Step-by-step instructions are presented for installing a reserve battery and a submersible pump in a locker above the bilge.
Publication Name: Motor Boating & Sailing
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0027-1799
Year: 1992
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