How to swing your own compass

Article Abstract:

Easy steps for using a compass to obtain the correct boat bearing and heading are provided. A deviation table would also be helpful since such methods will not be able to remove all deviation. Professional adjusters should be called upon if significant deviation still results from such procedures.

Compasses (Navigation), Compass

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Thinking with radar

Article Abstract:

The boat radar helps detect approaching squall lines and fronts, improves visibility at night, decipher ships and land, and assists in maneuvering in difficult places. It sends pulses at 1,000 times a second which tells the range and bearing of a target object.

Boats and boating, Boats, Radar, Radar equipment, Radar in navigation

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Shooting the moon

Article Abstract:

Celestial navigation is a technique that sailors should consider using when controlling their ships. Through this approach, they can establish longitude through sighting of the moon when it intersects the prime vertical.

Nautical astronomy, Celestial navigation

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