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.
Bridge control of propelling machinery
Shipbldg Shipg Rec
Shipbuilding and Shipping Record ; 92 , n 10 ; p 304
1958
Article (Journal)
English
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