Use of direct bridge control equipment for main propulsion machinery; pneumatic control was introduced by Westinghouse Brake and Signal Co in Britain, and diesel tug Flying Dipper is first vessel to use equipment; with this system ship can be controlled from any one of four bridge positions or arranged for engine room personnel to control ship from their end; suitable interlock features prevent mishandling of engine and gearbox.


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    Title :

    Bridge control of propelling machinery


    Additional title:

    Shipbldg Shipg Rec


    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1958


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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