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Sailing
Questions about wind-propelled water vessels, their maintenance, handling and rules governing their use.
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What Australian city hosted the America's Cup?
The 1987 America's Cup was held in Fremantle, Australia, and was hosted by the Royal Perth Yacht Club.
Portuguese ships were able to sail against the wind?
Not directly but closer to the wind than previous vessels.
What is the definition of 'maritime'?
My source indicates that this adjective has 5definitions:
1. connected with the sea in relation to shipping, navigation, etc.
2. of or pertaining to the sea, as in maritime resources.
3. bordering along the sea, as in maritime provinces or maritime cities.
4. living near or in the sea, as in maritime plants.
5. characteristic of a sailor; nautical, as in maritime clothing.
What does the nautical term 'lofting' mean?
Lofting is an architectural drafting technique (sometimes using mathematical tables) whereby curved lines are drawn on wood and the wood then cut for advanced woodworking. The technique can be as simple as bending a flexible object (such as a long cane) so that it passes over three non-linear points and scribing the resultant curved line, or plotting the line using computers or mathematical tables.
Lofting is particularly useful in boat building, when it is used to draw and cut pieces for hulls and keels, which are usually curved, often in three dimensions.
What color light is on a green bouy?
Red buoys have even numbers and red lights; green buoys have odd numbers and green lights.
What is the meaning of one long blast on a ship's horn?
One long blast can mean one of many things:
1) I am turning to starboard
2) In a situation of restricted view (ie turning a blind corner on a river) it's a warning signal to warn other vessels of your presence
3) In fog it is a general fog signal for vessels over usually over 12meters underway (this is repeated every 2 minutes)
What is the left side of a ship called why not use left and right?
Define left side of a ship? Left and right are the sides of the human body and you relate it to the body. The problem is that left and right change depending on which way you are facing.
If you are facing the front of the ship the port side is to your left and the starboard side is on your right. By using port and starboard, you are avoiding confusion when talking to other people.
What is square sail support called?
The vertical post is the mast, and the horizontal post is the spar. Both are required.
If you are in a No Discharge Zone what position is the Y valve in on your boat toilet?
It should be in the closed or inboard tank (if fitted) position
What are lines fastened to sails called?
The line that controls the jib is the jibsheet & the line that controls the mainsail is the mainsheet. Earings.
What sound signal indicates that a power-driven vessel is underway in the fog?
A power-driven vessel under way sounds one prolonged blast not less than every two minutes. However if it is less than 12meters in length it is not required to give any signal.
When is the best time of year to sail from LA to Seattle?
Debarking from LA I'd probably start in Late Spring so it's not all light air sailing to first Pt. Conception (where it will pick up some) to San Franciso area (where it will pick up more). Ideally, I'd pass San Fran around early summer and hope for nice warm days, crisp evenings, and no serious tropical or arctic weather, even from afar. It'd be nice to make landfall in Seattle in July. This would allow some time to relax but still set a pace.
An AFT galley is a kitchen area located at the rear (aft) section of an aircraft. It is designed for in-flight meal preparation and service, equipped with ovens, refrigerators, and storage for food and beverages. The AFT galley is essential for providing catering services to passengers during flights, especially on long-haul routes. Its location allows for efficient service while minimizing disruption to the cabin area.
