Into the future- Technology and the navigator
Inside this issue
All @ Sea - What's next for The Navigator?
Into the future: the technology of tomorrow - David Patraiko, Director of Projects for The Nautical Institute, charts the future of maritime technology – and points out some areas of likely risk
My bad? Don't jump to conclusions- Margareta Holtensdotter Lützhöft, a master mariner and an expert in Human Centred Design, discusses the importance of speaking up in the face of technology that is not quite ‘fit for purpose’
WATCHOUT - Erromeous CDIS chart settings lead to grounding - In this series, we take a look at maritime accident reports and the lessons that can be learned
Who's navigating- The technology revolution - Self-confessed ‘techie’ and keen Nautical Institute student member Imtiaz Khan AMNI shares his opinions about maritime technology and talks about living a life full of ‘adventure and thrills’ at sea
WAYPOINT - Anticipating autonomy at sea- Dr Andy Norris, an active Fellow of The Nautical Institute and the Royal Institute of Navigation, looks at how autonomous technology might develop in the future – and how it is already changing things today
Take 10- Ten terrific facts about the future of maritime technology
WATCHOUT - Dragging anchor during strong winds leads to collision
In this series, we take a look at maritime accident reports and the lessons that can be learned
The Navigator statementWAYPOINT - Safer anchoring in a sea of navigational uncertainties
George Shaw from the Royal Institute of Navigation explores ways in which technology can enhance safety during anchoring and emphasises the importance of using ‘all available means’ to cross-check data and enhance situational awareness
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What does a 'good' anchor watch look like?
Whether you’re in a quiet bay or outside a busy harbour, a vigilant anchor watch ensures that your vessel remains safely in place, no matter what the weather or surrounding conditions throw at you – but what does a good anchor watch actually look like in practice?
The Navigator statementTake 10 #38: Dropping anchor
Ten top tips for safer anchoring, better planning and honing your anchorage skills for the future
The Navigator statementWho's Navigating? Getting started: a deck cadet's first experience on board
Deck cadet Raveen Chandran vividly remembers his first experience on board ship. Here, he recalls the warm welcome and friendship he received, and how the learning process gave him the confidence to pass on his knowledge to others.
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The Navigator statementTake 10 #37: Visual navigation
Ten useful take-aways for tips for improving visual observation and perception skills at sea
The Navigator statementWAYPOINT - Lighting the way
George Shaw from the Royal Institute of Navigation asks whether the oldest methods of visual navigation still have a place alongside today’s evolving technology
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