‘An ergonomic nightmare’ is an expression often to be heard emanating from the mariner, reflecting his opinion on the layout of the ship’s bridge, or the engine room. The IMO definition of ergonomics is the study and design of...
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What is intercept method or Marc St. Hilaire Method to find noon position of ship or position line?
Since it is impractical to draw the large circle of a position circle on the chart, only the part of it in the vicinity of the ship that is perpendicular to the bearing of the body from the ship is drawn. When observing a...
What is meaning of Tidal Range?
Tidal Range Whether a tide is neap or spring (or an intermediate) is determined not by the height of high water but by the difference between the height of high water and the next (or preceding) low water. This is called the...