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Maneuvering

Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut

A system state where azimuth thrusters are held in a fixed orientation to prevent movement, usually for safety during maintenance or when not required for manoeuvring.

Quick answer: A system state where azimuth thrusters are held in a fixed orientation to prevent movement, usually for safety during maintenance or when not required for manoeuvring.

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Quick answer

A system state where azimuth thrusters are held in a fixed orientation to prevent movement, usually for safety during maintenance or when not required for manoeuvring.

Why it matters

Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut 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.

Editorial context

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut?

In this glossary, Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut refers to: A system state where azimuth thrusters are held in a fixed orientation to prevent movement, usually for safety during maintenance or when not required for manoeuvring.

How is Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Cầu tới phòng máy: Xác nhận khóa chân vịt azimut đã kích hoạt trước khi bảo dưỡng thân tàu bên bến."

Why does Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut matter in maritime?

Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut 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 Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut?

Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut belong to?

In this glossary, Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut 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

A system state where azimuth thrusters are held in a fixed orientation to prevent movement, usually for safety during maintenance or when not required for manoeuvring.

Operational example

Bridge to engine room: Confirm azimuth thruster lock is engaged before starting hull maintenance alongside berth.

Localized term

Khóa Chân Vịt Azimut

Localized example

Cầu tới phòng máy: Xác nhận khóa chân vịt azimut đã kích hoạt trước khi bảo dưỡng thân tàu bên bến.

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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