Maneuvering

Compensation du Moment de Lacet

Adjustment of rudder angle, thruster output, or tug forces to counteract undesired yawing moments during low-speed manoeuvres.

Quick answer: Adjustment of rudder angle, thruster output, or tug forces to counteract undesired yawing moments during low-speed manoeuvres.

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Quick answer

Adjustment of rudder angle, thruster output, or tug forces to counteract undesired yawing moments during low-speed manoeuvres.

Why it matters

Compensation du Moment de Lacet matters because it supports clear communication in Maneuvering 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

What is Compensation du Moment de Lacet?

In this glossary, Compensation du Moment de Lacet refers to: Adjustment of rudder angle, thruster output, or tug forces to counteract undesired yawing moments during low-speed manoeuvres.

How is Compensation du Moment de Lacet used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Pilote : appliquez une compensation du moment de lacet en utilisant l'étrave latérale trente pour cent à bâbord pour maintenir l'axe central contre le vent traversier."

Why does Compensation du Moment de Lacet matter in maritime?

Compensation du Moment de Lacet matters because it supports clear communication in Maneuvering 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 Compensation du Moment de Lacet?

Compensation du Moment de Lacet is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Compensation du Moment de Lacet belong to?

In this glossary, Compensation du Moment de Lacet is grouped under Maneuvering. 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

Adjustment of rudder angle, thruster output, or tug forces to counteract undesired yawing moments during low-speed manoeuvres.

Operational example

Pilot: Apply yaw moment compensation with bow thruster thirty percent to port to hold centreline against crosswind.

Localized term

Compensation du Moment de Lacet

Localized example

Pilote : appliquez une compensation du moment de lacet en utilisant l'étrave latérale trente pour cent à bâbord pour maintenir l'axe central contre le vent traversier.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Maneuvering

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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