An eye in the sky

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A brief review of some of the sophisticated monitoring and tracking system that include a microprocessor-based monitoring system, which records and evaluate data, and GPS system to prevent stealing of the boat is presented. Harbor-Master system from Beacon Wireless Solutions is used to manage the operation of all the cell phones being served at a cell site ensuring prompt transmission of data and maintains a history of monitored variables.

Author: Husick, Chuck
United States, Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing, Search and navigation equipment, Global Positioning Systems, Usage, Technology application, Global Positioning System, Sailboats

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Power when you need it

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Guidance on installing a back up power supply for a boat's navigation and communication equipment is presented. Instructions on calculating power loads, correct wiring and selection of an appropriate battery and parts are given.

Author: Husick, Chuck
Methods, Energy use, Design and construction, Sailing, Emergency power supply, Emergency power systems

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Choosing the right marine head for your boat

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Advice on upgrading or modifying marine heads or toilets is presented. The legal aspects and the advantages and disadvantages of the different systems available are described.

Author: Husick, Chuck
Installation, Buildings and facilities, Toilets

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Subjects list: Boats and boating, Boating, Boats
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