How do currents affect navigation? Ocean surface currents have played an important role in navigation from ancient times, through the exploration of the world by sail to present day shipping. Today, most ships are propeller
But in 1500 Without navigation, we would — very literally — be lost at sea. Navigation made it possible for early civilizations to explore new lands, establish trade routes and eventually connect with people on the other side of the world. Navigation allowed fishermen to find their way home and trade vessels to sail safely to foreign ports. Today, navigation enables a global economy by guiding ships, airplanes and trucks around the world using accurate and reliable navigation technology.
Marine navigation has come a long way from navigating with stars to tracking the position of ships with satellites. Let’s dive into the intriguing history of navigation, examine the timeline and explore the marine navigation tools that brought us to where we are today
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