Tag: Nautical

Red Tides Explained Red Tides Explained What causes red tides? Excess nutrients in the water (like nitrogen and phosphorus from agricultural runoff or sewage) can... Read More

Ancient Egyptian Contributions to Nautical Technology Ancient Egyptian Contributions to Nautical Technology 1. Development of Early Boats The Egyptians were among the first to build... Read More

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The Nautical Jib The jib is a triangular sail set ahead of the main mast on a sailing vessel. It is typically attached to a... Read More

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

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 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 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