Аварийный буксирный конец
A strong wire or rope rigged at bow or stern, readily accessible for emergency towing if the vessel becomes disabled.
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Автоматическая радиолокационная прокладка
The process by which radar targets are tracked and collision risk assessed automatically by ARPA systems, displaying real-time information on target movements and CPA/TCPA.
View termАктивный пилотский порт
An active data connection port on the bridge that provides real-time navigational data from the ship's ECDIS or AIS system for the pilot’s portable unit.
View termАудиозапись мостика
Continuous audio recording of all conversations and alarms on the bridge as mandated by SOLAS for investigation and safety compliance.
View termВыравнивание по оси фарватера
The practice of steering a vessel so that its longitudinal axis remains aligned with the designated navigational centreline of a fairway, as marked by buoys, lights, or electronic aids.
View termВыравнивание по створам
The navigation technique of steering a vessel so that two range lights, one behind the other, appear vertically aligned, indicating the vessel is on the safe channel axis.
View termВыравнивание по створным огням
The process of navigating a vessel by visually aligning two or more fixed leading lights (range lights), ensuring the vessel remains on the recommended channel course.
View termГлобальная навигационная система
A satellite-based navigation system such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, or BeiDou, providing worldwide position, navigation, and timing services to vessels.
View termГлубоководный маршрут
A route within defined limits in deep water that is charted and designated for the passage of vessels requiring deep draught, providing safe clearance from underwater hazards.
View termГотовность главных двигателей
Order for main engines to be ready for immediate use, typically before departure, arrival, or manoeuvring.
View termДиаметр циркуляции
The distance perpendicular to the original track between tangents of the vessel’s path when executing a steady-turn at a given rudder angle and speed, usually expressed in ship lengths or cables.
View termДинамическая прибавка осадки
An additional draught margin included to account for dynamic effects such as squat, trim, and vessel movement in shallow waters.
View termЖурнал маневров мостика
A logbook kept on the bridge for recording all manoeuvring orders, engine telegraph movements, helm commands, and critical events during a vessel's navigation and docking.
View termЗапас под килем
Vertical distance between the lowest point of a vessel’s keel and the seabed referenced to chart datum; the key safety margin preventing grounding.
View termЗвонок малым вперед
The engine telegraph order for slow speed ahead, typically used during precise manoeuvring, docking, or when entering confined waters.
View termЗвонок полный вперед
Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at full engine speed ahead, typically used in open sea or to quickly gain speed.
View termЗвонок половина вперед
Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at half engine speed ahead, used for moderate manoeuvring or departure from berth.
View termЗнак безопасных вод
IALA buoyage mark indicating there is navigable water all around the mark.
View termЗона запрета обгона
A defined sector of a channel or waterway where overtaking by vessels is prohibited for safety reasons, often due to restricted width or high traffic density.
View termКлиренс воздушной осадки
The vertical distance from the waterline to the highest point of the vessel, used to determine safe passage under bridges or overhead obstacles.
View termКлиренс под мостом
The vertical distance between the lowest part of the bridge span and the highest point of the vessel, ensuring safe passage.
View termКонтролируйте раскачку
Helm or mooring order to observe and, if necessary, limit or arrest the vessel's swinging motion, especially when turning or anchoring.
View termКонтроль целостности позиции
Continuous verification of the reliability and accuracy of the ship’s position as provided by navigation systems.
View termКоррекция поперечной тяги
The adjustment applied to helm or engine orders to compensate for the sideways force exerted by a propeller, especially during astern or ahead movements.
View termЛиния параллельного индекса
A radar-derived reference line drawn parallel to the vessel's intended track, used to monitor cross-track error by keeping a chosen land echo or seamark at a constant offset.
View termЛиния перекладки руля
A track line shown on chart or radar which, when crossed, indicates the precise moment to start the wheel-over so that the intended new course is met accurately.
View termЛоцманский трап выставлен
A pilot ladder correctly secured and deployed over the ship’s side, ready for safe boarding or disembarkation of the pilot as per SOLAS standards.
View termМагнитное склонение компаса
The angular difference between true north and magnetic north, affecting compass readings on board ships.
View termМетод параллельного индекса
A radar navigation technique in which fixed radar echoes are kept on predetermined parallel lines to verify the vessel remains on its planned track without constant position fixing.
View termМинимальная скорость снятия якоря
The lowest speed required to break the anchor free from the seabed and commence recovery.
View termМинимальная управляемая скорость
The lowest speed at which the vessel maintains effective steering control, typically specified by the vessel’s maneuvering data.
View termНавигационная вахта на мостике
A continuous period during which designated officers and crew maintain vigilance and operational control on the bridge to ensure the vessel’s safe navigation.
View termНаземное определение положения
A position established by bearings or distances to known land features or aids to navigation, not using satellites.
View termОбмен капитана и лоцмана
A formal communication process between the ship’s master and the pilot to share essential navigation information, plans, and local hazards before pilotage.
View termОграничение скорости в порту
The officially published maximum speed permitted for vessels within a designated harbour or port area, set by local authorities to ensure safety of navigation and infrastructure.
View termОслабить до пяти
Helm order instructing the helmsman to reduce rudder angle to five degrees while maintaining course adjustment.
View termОставить по одному концу
Order to reduce the number of mooring lines on each bollard to one, preparing the vessel for departure.
View termОстановить главные двигатели
Engine telegraph order to cease all propulsion; used when vessel is to remain stationary or fully secured at berth.
View termОсторожный район
A defined area where vessels must navigate with particular caution, often due to traffic convergence, hazards, or complex navigation conditions. Special rules or recommendations may apply.
View termОтдать все концы
Final order to release all mooring lines, allowing the vessel to depart from berth.
View termОтдать швартов правого борта
Mooring command to release or cast off the starboard (right) mooring line or cable.
View termОтображение векторной карты
An electronic navigational chart presented in vector format, enabling interactive layers and detailed, scalable map features for navigation and route planning.
View termОтображение наложения радара
The presentation of radar information directly on the electronic chart display, enabling visual correlation of radar targets with charted features.
View termОценка угла дрейфа
The calculated or visually assessed angle between a vessel’s heading and actual course over ground, caused by wind or current.
View termОшибка гирокомпаса
An inaccuracy or malfunction of the ship’s gyro compass, resulting in incorrect heading information displayed to bridge equipment.
View termПереключение рулевого устройства
The act of switching from one steering gear system or power unit to another, often for redundancy or in case of equipment failure.
View termПлан лоцманской проводки
A detailed route plan, prepared jointly by the master and pilot, outlining intended track, waypoints, speed, and manoeuvres for the pilotage operation.
View termПлан распределения буксиров
A detailed arrangement indicating the number, type, and position of tugs assigned to assist a vessel during berthing, unberthing, or transit in restricted waters.
View termПодтверждение подъёма якоря
The formal notification to the bridge or engine room that the anchor is clear of the seabed and ship is free to maneuver.
View termПодтверждение приказа рулевому
The required verbal response by the helmsman to confirm receipt and understanding of a helm order from the officer of the watch.
View termПозиция кормового буксира
The designated location of a tug at the stern of a vessel, used to provide pulling or braking force during manoeuvring, berthing, or unberthing operations.
View termПозиция носового буксира
The assigned and maintained location of a tug at the bow of a vessel to provide pushing, pulling, or steering assistance during berthing, unberthing, or manoeuvring in confined waters.
View termПоперечное отклонение от курса
The perpendicular distance between a vessel's actual position and the planned track line, used for navigation accuracy.
View termПоправка на эффект скуота
The additional draught margin applied to account for the increased draught of a vessel due to the squat effect in shallow water.
View termПосадка лоцмана в порту
The procedure for safely boarding the harbour pilot at sea or at the entrance of the port using a pilot ladder or launch.
View termПост аварийного управления рулём
A dedicated station—usually aft in the steering gear room—used to control the ship’s steering in the event of bridge steering failure.
View termПрибрежная зона движения
A coastal area, adjacent to the landward side of a traffic separation scheme, intended for use by vessels not using the main traffic lanes, such as local or smaller craft.
View termПроверка скорости маневрирования
The process of verifying and confirming the vessel’s speed through the water is suitable for safe manoeuvring during berthing, departure, or restricted navigation.
View termПроектная глубина канала
The minimum depth of a navigational channel as determined and maintained by authorities for safe passage of vessels, referenced to chart datum.
View termПроцедура передачи руля
The standardised method for transferring control of the ship’s steering from one helm station or operator to another, ensuring continuous and safe steering.
View termРазворотный бассейн фарватера
A designated widened section of a navigational fairway, specifically constructed to allow vessels to safely turn or change direction under pilotage or tug assistance.
View termРайон посадки лоцмана
A designated area, marked on charts, where the pilot boards or disembarks from a vessel, usually at port approaches or fairway entrances.
View termРасположение дисплея управления
The arrangement of navigation and maneuvering information shown on the conning display for optimal bridge decision-making and situational awareness.
View termРасчет приливного окна
The process of determining the optimal period based on tidal height during which a vessel can safely transit shallow waters or cross a bar.
View termРекомендуемая полоса движения
A charted route within a traffic separation scheme or recommended track designed for the safe passage of vessels, but not compulsory. Usage reduces collision risk.
View termРуководство по радиолокационной прокладке
A publication or onboard manual containing standardized instructions, techniques, and worksheets for manually plotting radar targets to assess collision risk and avoidance actions.
View termРуль на левый борт
Helm order instructing the rudder to be put fully to port (left) for maximum turning effect.
View termРуль на правый борт
Helm order instructing the rudder to be put fully to starboard (right) for maximum turning effect.
View termРуль по середине
Helm order to bring the rudder to the midships (zero angle) position, aligning with the vessel’s centerline.
View termСамый малый вперед
Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at the lowest possible speed ahead, used for delicate manoeuvring or congested areas.
View termСамый малый назад
Engine telegraph order instructing propulsion at the lowest possible speed astern, used for delicate reversing or while manoeuvring in tight spaces.
View termСбой эталона курса
A malfunction or loss of accuracy in the ship’s heading reference system, such as gyro or magnetic compass, affecting navigation and safe maneuvering.
View termСвободная дистанция за кормой
The available unobstructed distance behind the vessel, critical for manoeuvring astern.
View termСдержать поворот
Helm order given to check the vessel’s swing and prevent further turning, typically after a large rudder movement.
View termСигнал поворота рулём
An electronic or mechanical alarm that notifies the bridge team when it is time to initiate the wheel-over manoeuvre, usually at a pre-set waypoint or heading.
View termСигнал тревоги контроля целостности
An alarm signaling a failure or inconsistency detected in the position integrity monitoring system, requiring immediate action.
View termСигнализация последовательности путевых точек
An alarm on navigation systems indicating failure to automatically advance to the next waypoint as programmed in the voyage plan.
View termСистема обязательной отчетности
A regulatory system requiring vessels to provide voyage information at specified locations or intervals, typically enforced by local or international authorities for traffic monitoring and safety.
View termСистема разделения движения
An internationally recognized routing measure that separates opposing streams of vessel traffic by defined lanes and rules to reduce collision risk in busy or restricted waters.
View termСкорость поворота
The speed at which a vessel changes its heading, typically measured in degrees per minute and displayed on the bridge instrument panel.
View termСкорость подъема якоря
The speed at which the anchor cable is hauled in, usually measured in meters per minute, to control anchor recovery.
View termСмещение радиолокационного эха
The adjustment of the radar image to compensate for systematic error or offset, ensuring true target positions correspond to their charted locations and improving navigation accuracy.
View termСпутниковое определение положения
A position determined using satellite navigation signals, typically from systems like GPS or GLONASS, used for precise ship positioning.
View termСход лоцмана в порту
The controlled process by which the harbour pilot safely leaves the vessel after completing the inbound or outbound passage.
View termСцепка буксира сопровождения
The established secured line or method by which an escort tug is physically connected to a vessel, typically for controlling or assisting the ship during harbour or restricted water navigation.
View termТаблица упреждения и переноса
A manoeuvring aid providing predicted advance (distance along original track) and transfer (lateral distance) for specific speeds and rudder angles to plan safe turns.
View termТочка доклада VTS
A specifically designated geographical position where a vessel is required to contact and report to the Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) with position, status, and intentions.
View termТочка изменения курса
A precisely charted position where a ship is required to change its course, usually as part of a passage plan.
View termТочка перекладки руля
The charted position at which the rudder is first applied to initiate a planned course alteration so that the vessel follows the intended turning track.
View termУправление обратной отдачей якоря
The controlled paying out of anchor chain in reverse (walkback) under power, used for precise anchor positioning or retrieval.
View termУправление ресурсами мостика
The effective use and coordination of all available bridge resources—personnel, equipment, and information—to ensure safe navigation and vessel operation.
View termУстановка и снос течения
The direction (set) and speed (drift) of water current affecting the ship’s course and position.
View termФактическая пройденная траектория
The actual path a vessel follows over the ground, as recorded by position fixes, often used interchangeably with course made good.
View termФактический пройденный путь
The actual path of a vessel over the ground, as determined by position fixes, regardless of set or drift.
View termЭлектронная линия дальности
A digital tool on radar/ECDIS allowing navigators to set and measure a precise distance from own ship to a selected point or target.
View termЭлектронная линия пеленга
A digital navigational tool on ECDIS or radar for plotting and monitoring bearings to fixed or moving targets, improving situational awareness.
View termЭффект отталкивания от берега
Hydrodynamic phenomenon where water pressure between a vessel and a nearby bank creates a cushion, pushing the bow away from the bank.
View termЭффект парусности
The influence of the ship’s exposed surface area above the waterline, causing increased drift or leeway under wind pressure.
View termЭффект притяжения к берегу
Hydrodynamic phenomenon where a vessel navigating close to a bank experiences a suction force pulling the vessel toward the bank due to water velocity difference.
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