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| − | The '''autopilot''' function of an airplane keeps it on a constant course. It takes no evasive action, and it requires human supervision. | + | The '''autopilot''' function of an [[airplane]] keeps it on a constant course. It takes no evasive action, and it requires [[human]] supervision. It can't be used during takeoff, and is rarely used during landing. However, it's useful if the [[pilot]] needs to take a short break, such as to use the washroom. |
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| + | [[Ship]]s also can use autopilot: | ||
| + | :It was during the early 1920’s when an automated steering and helm control system was introduced onboard merchant ships. ... Auto-Pilot is synchronised with the Gyro Compass to steer manually input courses, with reference to the gyro heading. Auto Pilot steers the manually input course by controlling the steering gear to turn the rudder in the required manner.<ref> [http://www.marineinsight.com/marine-navigation/10-things-to-consider-while-using-auto-pilot-system-on-ships/ 10 Things to Consider While Using Auto-Pilot System on Ships]</ref> | ||
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| + | ==References== | ||
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| + | *[https://www.cnbc.com/2015/03/26/autopilot-what-the-system-can-and-cant-do.html Autopilot: What the system can and can't do] | ||
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Latest revision as of 05:26, April 9, 2019
The autopilot function of an airplane keeps it on a constant course. It takes no evasive action, and it requires human supervision. It can't be used during takeoff, and is rarely used during landing. However, it's useful if the pilot needs to take a short break, such as to use the washroom.
Ships also can use autopilot:
- It was during the early 1920’s when an automated steering and helm control system was introduced onboard merchant ships. ... Auto-Pilot is synchronised with the Gyro Compass to steer manually input courses, with reference to the gyro heading. Auto Pilot steers the manually input course by controlling the steering gear to turn the rudder in the required manner.[1]