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ウィンドエリア効果

The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

Quick answer: The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

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Quick answer

The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

Why it matters

ウィンドエリア効果 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

What is ウィンドエリア効果?

In this glossary, ウィンドエリア効果 refers to: The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

How is ウィンドエリア効果 used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "接近時に大きなウィンドエリア効果が見られました。接岸時は余分な横流れの余裕を持ち、ヘディングを注意深く監視してください。"

Why does ウィンドエリア効果 matter in maritime?

ウィンドエリア効果 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 ウィンドエリア効果?

ウィンドエリア効果 is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does ウィンドエリア効果 belong to?

In this glossary, ウィンドエリア効果 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 influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.

Operational example

Large windage area effect observed on approach; maintain extra allowance for leeway and monitor heading closely while berthing.

Localized term

ウィンドエリア効果

Localized example

接近時に大きなウィンドエリア効果が見られました。接岸時は余分な横流れの余裕を持ち、ヘディングを注意深く監視してください。

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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