Tying it all together
Article Abstract:
Electronic charting software enables sailors to integrate and expand on the capabilities of existing navigational equipment. The operation of global positioning systems, wind and depth instrumentation, radar, and autopilot systems are simplified through its use.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1997
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On-water test
Article Abstract:
The new $745 Micrologic Millenium ML-250 GPS offers many features for the seafarer. It has satellite plotting for longitude and latitude location, 16,000 pre-stored US Coast Guard regional lights and buoys, and a 64-mile graph at any worldwide landfall.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1997
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Understanding the fine points of the fluxgate
Article Abstract:
The fluxgate or electronic compass is a vital navigational aid. A properly installed and adjusted fluxgate compass gives accurate heading information for onboard systems.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1995
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