Tag: Nautical

Balloons

Roles of Balloons in the Nautical World Balloons have played various roles in the nautical world, both historically and in modern times: Weather Balloons: Used... Read More

Advantages of Catamarans

Advantages of Catamaran Boats on the Water Stability – Less rocking, reducing seasickness and increasing comfort. Speed – Faster than monohulls due to reduced drag.... Read More

Electrolysis

Nautical Electrolysis Also known as electrolytic corrosion or galvanic corrosion, nautical electrolysis is a process where metal parts of a vessel corrode due to electrical... Read More

Nautical Food Storage Through History Nautical food storage has evolved over centuries as seafarers sought ways to preserve food for long voyages. Here’s a look... Read More

The Baltic Sea

The Baltic Sea has some fascinating and quirky nautical facts! Here are a few: It’s (Almost) Freshwater! – The Baltic Sea is one of the... Read More

Spring Equinox

Spring Equinox in the Nautical World The spring equinox (around March 20-21) marks an important seasonal transition in the maritime world. It impacts navigation, weather... Read More

Evolution of the Paddleboard Evolution of the Paddleboard Ancient Origins The concept of standing on a floating vessel and propelling it with a paddle dates... Read More

Satellites

How Satellites Have Changed Nautical Enterprises How Satellites Have Changed Nautical Enterprises Satellites have revolutionized nautical enterprises in several key ways, enhancing navigation, communication, safety,... Read More

Currents and Tides

How to Read Ocean Currents and Tides How to Read Ocean Currents and Tides 1. Understanding Ocean Currents Ocean currents are continuous movements of seawater... Read More

Barnacles

How Barnacles Impact Boating Barnacles can have a significant negative impact on boating in several ways: Increasing Drag: Barnacles create rough surfaces on the hull,... Read More

Moby Dick

The Impact of Moby-Dick on the Nautical World Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, published in 1851, had a complex impact on the nautical world. Though it... Read More