NAVIGATION

THIS IS A WORK IN PROGRESS!

On this page I will add items concerning navigation.  They will appear as my imagination, inspiration and time permit.  Subjects are welcomed!

POSTINGS CONCERNING NAVIGATION PRIOR TO 27 February 2010

    AIS (Automatic Identification System)  VALHALLA's experience with this navigational aid.

    An emergency compass  Using the 'selected stars' and more for finding direction at sea.

    Electronic charting   -   OOPS!  Beware of inaccurate charts!

    Image Logs  'Electronic' log keeping.

    The Accuracy Triangle   A means for precision chart plotting.

    Traditional navigation in the Caroline Islands  Navigation without modern instruments.

    Using GPS with Topographic Maps  When you use a landlubber's map.

    YotEeePC  My choice for a cruising computer.

DOWNLOADS  Navigation programs, charts and associated information are available for download here.

POSTINGS CONCERNING NAVIGATION AFTER 27 February 2010

    MaxSea CPA Display of AIS Targets

    GLOBALSAT BU-353 USB GPS