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What were two inventions that improved navigation?
the compass and the astrolabe.
How did the astrolabe help the navigation?
It farted
What navigation instrument is used to determine a ship's position at sea?
Astrolabe.
What is the construction in astrolabe?
Greek astron "star" and lambanein "to take".
What are the instruments in navigation?
the instruments in navigation are gps's, kamals, sextants, cross staff, back staff, mariners astrolabe, quadrant, and octants :)
What did the astrolabe navigation device use to determne direction latitude and local time?
the sun
How did the navigation acts the construction of canals?
The Navigation Acts affected the construction of canals cheaper.
What is cross staff and astrolabe?
A cross staff is a navigational instrument used to measure angles, typically for celestial navigation, by aligning a crosspiece with an object in the sky. An astrolabe is a historical instrument used to observe and measure the positions of stars and planets. It was used for navigation, timekeeping, and astrology.
Instrument for taking altitude of sun or stars?
The sextant is used in celestial navigation.
Which year did navigators start using astrolabe?
Navigators began using the astrolabe for navigation in the early 15th century. It was a key tool for determining latitude by measuring the angle between the horizon and the stars.
How did the compass and astrolabe help exploration?
The compass helped exploration by providing a reliable method for determining direction, allowing sailors to navigate accurately even when out of sight of land. The astrolabe assisted in determining a ship's latitude based on the angle of the sun or stars, aiding in more precise navigation and mapping of uncharted territories. Together, these instruments were crucial in facilitating long-distance sea voyages and expanding global exploration.
How did the navigation acts effect the construction of canals?
The Navigation Acts effected the construction of canals because they made canals cheaper to build.
