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Isn't the bridge usually at the stern on container ships? I thought that's because the engines are in the back, and you don't want to make the controls travel a
by krisoft 10y ago
Isn't the bridge usually at the stern on container ships? I thought that's because the engines are in the back, and you don't want to make the controls travel a lot. Wonder how this is solved here?
- psophis 10y agoDrive by wire. I don't think large ships like these have had mechanical controls in decades.
- oh_sigh 10y agoIt was my understanding that towers were in the back so pilots could look not only at their destination, but also down on the ship to see its orientation
- jabl 10y agoUsually it makes sense to put the deck house right on top of the engine room. Less wasted cargo space, think funnels, cargo hatches etc. Also, the engine room people appreciate being able to get to their sleeping quarters and the canteen with dry shoes. Further, putting the engine room as far towards the aft as possible also makes sense, shorter and cheaper propshaft and less cargo space wasted for it either.