Most states require boater safety education, which can be completed online or in a classroom. A boating license is not required in most states, but a safety certificate is. The minimum age and requirements vary by state and vessel type. A safety certificate can reduce insurance rates and is generally accepted across states. Most states […]
Maritime navigation has evolved from using stars and the sun to GPS, which is now mandatory on most commercial vessels. Line of Position navigation is another modern technique that doesn’t require satellites but still has drawbacks. For millennia, man navigated the seas and oceans using nothing but the stars and the sun, or staying within […]
Celestial navigation uses the positions of celestial bodies to determine one’s location on Earth. It requires tools such as a chart, instrument for taking sightings, and a clock. The process is tedious and requires good math skills, but has been largely replaced by GPS technology. Celestial navigation is a form of navigation that involves using […]
Navigation software is used for land, air, and sea travel. GPS devices calculate speed, location, and time. Marine navigation uses electronic nautical charts. Mobile phone navigation offers 2D/3D mapping and voice guidance. Land navigation is used by the military, scientists, and recreational activities like golf and geocaching. Different types of navigation software are used for […]
