Electrifying performance

Article Abstract:

One problem that sailors may face is to be at sea when a ship's batteries become inadequate to even turn over the engine. One sailor describes how he solved this problem by using a DC redundant storage system with six small batteries, or two large capacity batteries, a solar panel, and other gear.

Management, Electric power distribution, Emergency power supply, Emergency power systems, Direct current (Electricity)

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The class of '96

Article Abstract:

A survey of some the best new electronic gear for yachts is presented. They include the Autohelm ST80 Instrument System, the Cetrek Chartnav 345, the Furuno 821/841 LCD radar system and the Garmin GPS 130 chart plotter.

Product introduction, Product Announcement, Electronics industry, Navigation systems, Boats and boating, Boats, Electronics in navigation, Radar equipment

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Servo-pendulum savvy

Article Abstract:

The servo-pendulum steering vane is the most popular vane for long-distance cruising yachts. Instructions for installing and maintaining the vane are provided.

Installation, Sailboats, Steering-gear, Steering gear

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