A harmonized system of survey and certification covering international shipping regulations adopted...
Author - Amit Sharma
What are the methods of getting ship position?
GPS (Latitude and Longitude) Cross Bearings Ranges of Two or More Points. Combined Range and...
What are Cargo information that shall be available prior to...
Cargo information shall be confirmed in writing and by appropriate shipping documents prior to...
What is Inert Gas or IG and its composition , source of...
Inert gas means a gas or a mixture of gases, such as flue gas, containing insufficient oxygen to...
What is a Block?
A block is a portable pulley, made of wood, metal, synthetic-resin bonded fibre (SRBF) or...
What are errors of magnetic compass?
Errors of magnetic compass:- VARIATION The true North Pole and the magnetic north pole are not...
What are different search patterns as per IAMSAR ?
Different search patterns: EXPANDING SQUARE SEARCH Most effective when the location of the search...
What is ECDIS or Electronic Chart Display Information System and...
E = Electronic C = Chart D = Display and I = Information S = System The definition of an ECDIS and...
What are types of Tidal Patterns on sea ?
Diurnal Tidal Pattern A diurnal tidal pattern has a single high and low tide each lunar day. These...
What are Limitations of ECDIS?
1) Lack of Global coverage Complications in obtaining worldwide chart coverage mainly due to the...