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rnd90
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rnd90
8y ago
You can, but it's not always that simple :) Some ships have a direct drive. So the moment the engines start, the prop shaft is turning. These ships will control thrust via Controlled Pitch Propellers. Basically the pitch of the propell
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rnd90
8y ago
Actually you would be surprised. You can keep a ships main engines at various notice levels. For example: Immediate Notice - Engines should be ready to start immediately from the bridge when required. 5 Minutes Notice - Usually - Indicator