Small Boat Navigation (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Frank W. Sterling

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Navigation is that science which affords the knowledge necessary to conduct a vessel from one point to another on the earth and provides a means of determining the position of the vessel at any time. There are three general branches to this science, viz:

(1) Piloting.

(2) Dead Reckoning.

(S) Nautical Astronomy.

Piloting is determining the position of a vessel by observations on known visible charted objects, or by soundings of the depth of the sea.

Dead Reckoning, or the method of sailings, is a means of deducing a vessel's position from the direction and distance sailed from a previous known position. This method involves the rules of Diane trigonometry.

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PublisherForgotten Books
Publication date2018
ISBN 10 1332196837
ISBN 13 9781332196838
BindingPaperback
LanguageEnglish
Number of pages148

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to navigation for small vessels, providing readers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate safely and effectively. The author explores the fundamental principles of navigation, encompassing piloting, dead reckoning, and nautical astronomy. The text delves into the historical context of navigation, examining its development as a science and its importance in seafaring history. Readers will discover a deep understanding of the tools and techniques used in navigation, including the compass, the lead and line, and the sextant. The author meticulously explains the concepts of variation, deviation, and compass error, offering practical advice on how to apply these concepts to ensure accurate readings. This book serves as a vital resource for anyone seeking a thorough understanding of the art and science of navigation, equipping readers with the knowledge and skills to navigate confidently and safely. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332196838_0

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