Vocabulary Flashcards

Vocabulary not covered in ASA 101, 103 or 104

1
Q

A pair of lines used to spread the load from a central connecting point to two separate points (used when anchored or moored)

A

Bridle

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2
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A solid walkway along the centerline between the bridgedeck and the forward crossbeam (also ramp)

A

Catwalk

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3
Q

Wires supported by struts in a diamond shape to keep a mast in column

A

Diamond stays

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4
Q

A hatch in a catamaran that allows egress after a capsize

A

Escape hatch

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5
Q

A helm station located on top of the deck house

A

Flybridge

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6
Q

The steering position

A

Helm station

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7
Q

To capsize in the direction stern over bow

A

Pitch pole

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8
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A solid walkway along the centerline between the bridgedeck and the forward crossbeam (also catwalk)

A

Ramp

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9
Q

A vertical drive leg that transmits engine power to the propeller

A

Saildrive

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10
Q

A mainsail with a square top that projects aft of the mast

A

Square-top mainsail

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11
Q

Standing rigging made up of a forestay and shrouds that support the mast without the need for a backstay

A

Tripod rig

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12
Q

Two propellers installed one on each side of a boat’s centerline

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Twin screws

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