Synopsis
Master practical navigation with clear, step-by-step guidance and real-world tools.
This practical guide explains how ships determine their position at sea and how to chart a safe course. It focuses on common methods and essential instruments, keeping explanations accessible for beginners while offering solid fundamentals for those entering the merchant or naval service.
Readers will learn how to interpret depth soundings, measure a ship’s speed, and track direction using a compass. The edition emphasizes hands-on techniques and everyday operations, designed to help a crewman from first use to confident practice at sea.
- How to take soundings with lead lines and depth instruments, and what the readings mean
- How to measure speed, time, and distance to determine a ship’s course
- How to read a log and interpet gear like the log-line, glass, and reel
- How to understand compass readings and basic navigation concepts for plotting a course
Ideal for readers seeking a clear, task-focused introduction to navigation basics and instrument use.
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