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Pages: 272, Edition: 2, Paperback, International Marine/Ragged Mountain Press

Free Worldwide Delivery : How to Read a Nautical Chart : Paperback : International Marine Publishing Co : 9780071592871 : 0071592873 : 12 Nov 2008 : A guide to the symbology and shorthand notations used on nautical charts. It helps readers make sense of the complex system of signs, symbols, and graphic elements.

This much-awaited second edition addresses the changes in the world of electronic charting, integrated onboard navigation systems, as well as radar overlays and AIS and their interfacing with charts. A new chapter on the Wiki Revolution explores the mechanisms allowing you to incorporate user-generated content into navigational products and share this content with others—harnessing a user-base never before possible. Calder also explores how 3D-technology and real-time depth and weather information...

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Nautical charts contain an incredible amount of information for those who know how to decipher them. But without a key to the symbology, a chart can be bewildering. Nigel Calder, one of today's most respected boating authors, helps you make sense complex system of signs, symbols, and graphic elements with this compact, waterproof, and nearly indestructible guide.

Fundamental chartmaking concepts in plain language. The limits of accuracy of modern charts (paper and electronic). Dozens of full-scale illustrations from actual charts. Expanded versions of U.S., British, and international chart symbology descriptions contained in NOAA's Chart NO. 1, the British Admiralty's Chart 5011, and the IHO's INT-1. And much more essential information designed to improve vital chart-reading skills.

Fundamental chartmaking concepts in plain language. The limits of accuracy of modern charts (paper and electronic). Dozens of full-scale illustrations from actual charts. Expanded versions of U.S., British, and international chart symbology descriptions contained in NOAA's Chart NO. 1, the British Admiralty's Chart 5011, and the IHO's INT-1. And much more essential information designed to improve vital chart-reading skills.