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Capt. Rajendran Palanivelu draws upon decades of experience commanding merchant and offshore vessels, alongside his extensive academic tenure teaching nautical science.
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"Mastering the sea begins with understanding the science that governs it."
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Written by Master Mariner and Associate Professor Capt. Rajendran Palanivelu, Tides of Technology provides an in-depth look into the intersection of modern marine science and seafaring. It explores the rapid technological advancements transforming the maritime industry, focusing heavily on how deck officers and navigators utilize cutting-edge digital tools, electronic instrumentation, and scientific data to safely pilot vessels and study the ocean environment.
Capt. Rajendran Palanivelu draws upon decades of experience commanding merchant and offshore vessels, alongside his extensive academic tenure teaching nautical science.
The book highlights the shift from traditional celestial navigation to modern marvels like ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems), satellite communication, and automated tracking.
It bridges the gap between commercial shipping and oceanography, detailing how massive vessels act as floating laboratories to collect environmental and meteorological data.
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Discover the complete guide to modern maritime navigation technology and ocean science.
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