STEERING GEAR
The steering gear consists of two rams and four cylinders that are driven by two electrically driven pumps. The pumps…
Tag: steering gear
Steering Gear Testing
Within 12 hours before departure, the ships steering gear is checked and tested by the ship’s crew. The test procedures…
Steering Gear
Purpose of steering gear The steering gear provides a movement of the rudder in response to a signal from the…
Radio and Navigational Equipment Maintenance
Equipment / Requirement Regulation Ship Type Interval By Remark Testing of the automatic identification system (AIS) SOLAS V/18.9 All Annually…
Steering Gear Testing
How is a steering gear tested After prolonged use of autopilot and before entering coastal waters the steering gear must…