Radar and ARPA Manual, Second Edition: Radar and Target Tracking for Professional Mariners, Yachtsmen and Users of Marine Radar - Softcover

Norris, Andy; Wall, Alan D.; Bole, Alan G.; Dineley, W O

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0750664347 ISBN 13: 9780750664349

Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann, 2005

Synopsis

Radar and ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aids) are standard systems on all commercial vessels and are widely used in the leisure maritime sector. This fully revised new edition covers the complete radar/ARPA installation, including AIS (Automatic Identification System) and ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display & Information Systems). It serves as the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference on equipment and techniques for radar observers using older and newer systems alike. Suitable for use both as a professional user's reference and as a training text, it covers all aspects of radar and ARPA technology, its use and its role in shipboard operations. Reference is made throughout to IMO (International Maritime Organisation) Performance Standards, the role of radar in navigation and in collision avoidance, and to international professional and amateur marine operations qualifications.

* The most up-to-date book available, with full coverage of modern radar and ARPA systems, integrated electronic bridge systems and the 2004 IMO Radar regulations
* The industry authority text, widely-used
* Meets professional, educational and leisure maritime needs, covering both professional and amateur certificate requirements

About this title

Book Description

The standard Radar and ARPA manual for professional mariners and yachtsmen

From the Back Cover

Radar systems are fitted on all commercial vessels, and are widely used in the leisure maritime sector as well as vessel traffic services (VTS). They are frequently used in conjunction with an Automatic Target Tracking Device, traditionally known as the ARPA (Automatic Radar Plotting Aid). This fully revised new edition covers the complete radar/ARPA installation and serves as the most comprehensive and up-to-date reference on equipment and techniques for radar observers using older and newer systems alike. Suitable for use both as a professional reference and as a training text, the book covers all aspects of radar, ARPA and integrated bridge systems technology (including AIS, ECDIS and GNSS), and their role in shipboard operations. It is a valuable resource for larger vessels and also covers the needs of leisure and amateur sailors for whom this technology is now accessible.

* The most up-to-date book available, with full coverage of modern radar and ARPA systems
* Ideal for professional, educational and leisure maritime needs
* Covers both professional and amateur certificate requirements

The Radar and ARPA Manual provides essential information for mariners on training courses for electronic navigation systems and professional certificates internationally. Reference is made throughout to IMO (International Maritime Organisation) Performance Standards, the role of radar in navigation and in collision avoidance, and to international professional and amateur marine operations qualifications.

Edition details

• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0750664347
• ISBN 13: 9780750664349
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 544