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Magnetic Compass Components Explained by Aatish Sharma is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The document discusses the design and functionality of modern marine compasses, highlighting components such as the compass bowl, card, pivot point, and liquid used. It explains the importance of correctors for adjusting magnetic deviation and the methods for maintaining compass accuracy. Additionally, it covers the gimballing technique to keep the compass horizontal in rough seas and the use of telescopic reflector units in binnacles.
- Author
- Aatish Sharma
- Language
- EN