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Correction de la poussée transversale

The adjustment applied to helm or engine orders to compensate for the sideways force exerted by a propeller, especially during astern or ahead movements.

Quick answer: The adjustment applied to helm or engine orders to compensate for the sideways force exerted by a propeller, especially during astern or ahead movements.

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Quick answer

The adjustment applied to helm or engine orders to compensate for the sideways force exerted by a propeller, especially during astern or ahead movements.

Why it matters

Correction de la poussée transversale matters because it supports clear communication in Nav contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Correction de la poussée transversale?

In this glossary, Correction de la poussée transversale refers to: The adjustment applied to helm or engine orders to compensate for the sideways force exerted by a propeller, especially during astern or ahead movements.

How is Correction de la poussée transversale used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilote à la passerelle : 'Appliquez une correction de la poussée transversale en marche arrière pour compenser l’effet d’hélice.'"

Why does Correction de la poussée transversale matter in maritime?

Correction de la poussée transversale matters because it supports clear communication in Nav contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Correction de la poussée transversale?

Correction de la poussée transversale is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Correction de la poussée transversale belong to?

In this glossary, Correction de la poussée transversale is grouped under Nav. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

The adjustment applied to helm or engine orders to compensate for the sideways force exerted by a propeller, especially during astern or ahead movements.

Operational example

Pilot to bridge: 'Apply transverse thrust correction when going astern to compensate for propeller effect.'

Localized term

Correction de la poussée transversale

Localized example

Pilote à la passerelle : 'Appliquez une correction de la poussée transversale en marche arrière pour compenser l’effet d’hélice.'

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Nav

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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