Prelim Quiz #1 Flashcards
in this mode, the rudder angle follows the steering wheel’s position
Follow-Up Mode
this mode provides precise control
Follow-Up Mode
rudder is controlled by a lever or joystick that sends electrical signals to a servo motor, which moves the rudder to a pre-set angle
Non-Follow-Up Mode
this mode is less precise but reduces the helmsman’s workload
Non-Follow-Up Mode
Follow-Up Mode is often used in:
○ Calm Weather & Sea Conditions
○ Moderate Traffic
○ General Maneuvering
Non-Follow-Up Mode is typically used in:
○ Rough Weather and Sea Conditions
○ Low Traffic
○ Long-distance Cruising
this mode uses an autopilot system to maintain a set course
Auto-Steering Mode
Auto-Steering Mode is commonly used in:
○ Stable Weather & Sea Conditions
○ Open Sea with Minimal Traffic
○ Routine Navigation
in this traditional mode, the helmsman manually controls the rudder using the steering wheel
Hand Steering Mode
Hand Steering Mode is essential in:
○ Adverse Weather Conditions
○ High Traffic Areas
○ Complex Maneuvers
Modes preferred for rough weather
non-follow-up & hand steering modes
Modes preferred in calm weather
follow-up & auto-steering modes
Mode preferred for rough seas
non-follow-up mode
Mode preferred in calm seas
follow-up mode
What should be done when checking manual steering system?
- Inspect the Steering Gear
- Test the Rudder
- Check Hydraulic Systems
- Verify Control Linkages
- Confirm Power Supply
How to engage manual steering?
- Turn Off Autopilot
- Activate Manual Control
- Take Control
- Monitor Response
- Adjust as Needed
How to test manual steering?
- Move the Rudder
- Observe Response
- Check Indicators
- Listen for Unusual Sounds
- Confirm Steering Control
an essential step when changing steering modes
Notify the Crew
crucial before switching from automatic to manual steering
Check Manual Steering System
a crucial step to ensure the system is functioning correctly before fully relying on it
Test Manual Steering
essential to ensure a smooth and safe changeover from automatic to manual steering (or vice versa)
Monitor the Transition
crucial to maintaining control and ensuring the vessel stays on course during and after the transition
Adjust as Necessary
