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What does the V-AIS symbol indicate in navigation?

  • Starboard lateral mark
  • Port lateral mark (correct)
  • North cardinal mark (correct)
  • East cardinal mark (correct)
  • Which IALA standard is referenced for lateral marks in the content?

  • IALA D
  • IALA C
  • IALA B
  • IALA A (correct)
  • What availability does the service team offer?

  • Only on weekends
  • Only during business hours
  • Availability depends on the query type
  • 24/7 availability for any query (correct)
  • How may ENC Symbols appear in different contexts?

    <p>In varying colors/shades (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is suggested for more information about products and services?

    <p>Visit the official website (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does AIS AtoN stand for?

    <p>Automatic Identification System AtoN (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of AIS AtoN physically exists?

    <p>Physical AIS AtoN (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what scenarios are Virtual AIS AtoN typically used?

    <p>To represent uncharted hazards (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can information about a Physical AIS AtoN be found if encoded?

    <p>Via the pick report (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a Virtual AIS AtoN?

    <p>Visible only on display systems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of a Physical AIS AtoN in relation to ENC?

    <p>It is never encoded in ENC. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be true for a Virtual AIS AtoN to be shown in an ENC?

    <p>It must be known to be permanent or for a specific period. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately reflects the visibility of Virtual AIS AtoN?

    <p>They can only be viewed on specific digital systems. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the darker blue indicate on the chart?

    <p>Water shoaler than safety contour (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symbols denote lateral conical buoys in the IALA system?

    <p>Red/Green (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when zooming out on the chart until vertical lines disappear?

    <p>Allows viewing at an appropriate scale (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What represents the boundary between the IALA A and B buoyage systems?

    <p>Specific symbols (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does an isolated query indicate?

    <p>Insufficient information to symbolize the feature (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following marks is not included as part of the lateral beacons?

    <p>Red/Yellow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the IALA applicable system apply to?

    <p>Lateral beacons and can buoys (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In terms of charted data, what do vertical lines indicate?

    <p>Areas of charted data at a significantly smaller scale (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a query associated with a symbol indicate?

    <p>Absence of a mandatory attribute (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What color is used to indicate special purpose buoys?

    <p>Yellow (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are unofficial vector data areas marked?

    <p>With a pecked line angled towards official data (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of non-ENC data areas, what must be used for navigation?

    <p>An official chart (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is notable about the shape/topmarks of special marks?

    <p>They are optional and can be yellow (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symbol indicates safe water?

    <p>V-AIS Safe Water (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the V-AIS symbol for West Cardinal represent?

    <p>Starboard lateral (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the V-AIS Isolated Danger symbol?

    <p>Denotes a hazard to navigation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Special Purpose V-AIS symbol represent?

    <p>Specific marine activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the ENC symbol with the reference '5011' indicate?

    <p>Generic isolated danger symbol for depths less than user-selected safety contour (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which office is responsible for managing the symbols used in ECDIS?

    <p>United Kingdom Hydrographic Office (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a '6 stars A1' rating signify in a survey?

    <p>All significant seafloor features detected with very high accuracy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the United Kingdom Hydrographic Office located?

    <p>Taunton, Somerset (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the wreck marking symbol in V-AIS?

    <p>Alerts to submerged hazards (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a '2 stars D' rating imply about accuracy in the survey?

    <p>Depth anomalies may be expected due to low accuracy data (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not represented by a V-AIS symbol?

    <p>Traffic control (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the symbol 'U' represent in the context of bathymetric data?

    <p>Quality of bathymetry is yet to be assessed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In navigational charts, what does the 'N27' reference indicate?

    <p>Caution area where a specific note applies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a '3 stars C' rating indicate regarding survey accuracy?

    <p>Depth anomalies may be expected due to low accuracy (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a '5 stars A2' indicate about accuracy in a survey?

    <p>High accuracy survey with significant features detected (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the I14 reference correspond to?

    <p>Sounding of low accuracy indicating doubtful depth (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the reference 'K' imply regarding navigational aids?

    <p>Additional information note or picture file is available (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by a caution area in navigational charts?

    <p>Specific caution note applies and further inquiry is needed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Port lateral

    Used to mark areas where ships should avoid sailing, often due to dangers like rocks or shallow water.

    Starboard lateral

    Used to mark areas where ships should avoid sailing, often due to dangers like rocks or shallow water.

    North Cardinal

    A type of cardinal mark used to indicate a danger area that is located to the north.

    East Cardinal

    A type of cardinal mark used to indicate a danger area that is located to the east.

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    ENC

    Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC). An electronic type of chart used on ships.

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    What is an AIS AtoN?

    Digital aids to navigation broadcast using AIS Message 21. These can be displayed on ECDIS, radar, or integrated navigation systems.

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    What is a Physical AIS AtoN?

    An AIS AtoN that represents an aid to navigation that physically exists in the real world.

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    What is a Virtual AIS AtoN?

    An AIS AtoN that represents an aid to navigation that doesn't physically exist. It's created digitally.

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    Where are Virtual AIS AtoNs displayed?

    Virtual AIS AtoNs are displayed on Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs). They often indicate hazards, temporary changes, or virtual shipping lanes.

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    Where do you find information about Physical AIS AtoNs in an ENC?

    Physical AIS AtoNs are usually not encoded in ENCs. However, if they are, you can find information about them through the pick report when querying the aid to navigation.

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    How are Virtual AIS AtoNs identified on ENCs?

    Virtual AIS AtoNs are represented by specific symbols on ENCs, often in the shape of a diamond.

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    What are some applications of Virtual AIS AtoNs?

    Virtual AIS AtoNs can be used to represent various things, such as wrecks, debris, uncharted hazards, and temporary shipping lanes.

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    How does the lifespan of a Virtual AIS AtoN relate to its display on ENCs?

    Virtual AIS AtoNs on ENCs are typically permanent or exist for a specific fixed period.

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    Special Purpose

    A type of navigational marker used to mark a specific location, often used for safety or guidance purposes. They may provide information about a specific area, such as a harbor entrance or a restricted zone.

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    Safe Water

    A type of navigational marker used to designate a safe area for navigation. Safe water markers indicate an area where vessels can safely travel without encountering any hazards.

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    Wreck Marking

    A type of navigational marker used to mark areas that require special attention when navigating. This might include areas where visibility is limited, strong currents exist, or there might be underwater hazards.

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    Generic Isolated Danger Symbol

    A symbol on an Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) indicating a general danger area, like a wreck or obstruction. The depth is unknown or less than the user's chosen safety contour.

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    Sounding of Low Accuracy

    An ENC symbol that indicates a soundings accuracy is low. It signifies a depth that is uncertain or unreliable.

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    Caution Area

    A symbol on an ENC indicating that a specific caution note applies to the area. More information can be accessed using the cursor enquiry button.

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    New Object

    A symbol indicating a new feature on an ENC that has been recently discovered, but not yet fully understood.

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    6 Stars (A1)

    This code indicates that the survey information for the area is of the highest quality, and all significant seafloor features have been detected.

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    5 Stars (A2)

    This rating means that the survey is of high accuracy, and all significant seafloor features have been located.

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    4 Stars (B)

    Indicates that the survey is of medium accuracy, but there may be some uncharted features that could pose a risk to navigation.

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    3 Stars (C)

    Indicates a survey with a lower accuracy, where depth anomalies may be expected. This could mean that there are errors in the depth readings.

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    2 Stars (D)

    This survey rating indicates that the data quality is poor, and large depth anomalies can be expected. This means that many depth readings could be incorrect.

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    U

    This symbol on an ENC signals that the quality of the bathymetry data is not yet known or assessed.

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    Safe water buoy

    A buoy specifically designed for safe water used for navigation purposes. It might have a shape or a distinctive topmark that indicates its function.

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    Query associated with symbol indicates absence of a mandatory attribute

    Indicates that a mandatory attribute, such as a beacon's shape, direction, or orientation, is not present.

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    What are Electronic Navigational Charts (ENC)?

    Official digital charts used for electronic navigation. They often display an area's geographical and navigational information.

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    What is a pecked line on ECDIS?

    A dashed line on an ECDIS chart that separates areas of officially regulated electronic data (ENC) from unofficial data. The pecks point towards the unofficial data area.

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    When is an alternative navigational chart needed?

    An essential use for navigation, often employed when official ENC data is not available. It is crucial for mariners to consult alternative charts within areas where ENC data is absent.

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    Lateral Buoy

    A buoy that marks a lateral danger area, with its color determined by the applicable IALA system - red for port or green for starboard.

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    Cardinal Mark

    A buoy marking a cardinal direction, indicating a danger area located in that direction. Colors and shapes vary depending on the direction.

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    Isolated Danger Mark

    A buoy marking an isolated danger, with a yellow color and two black spheres.

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    Dredged Area Buoy

    A buoy that marks an area deeper than the safety contour, providing information to navigate deeper water.

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    Vertical Lines on Charts

    Vertical lines on a nautical chart, indicating the presence of data at a significantly smaller scale than the main display. These lines disappear when zoomed out.

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    Isolated Query on Chart

    A query on a nautical chart indicating insufficient information to symbolise a feature. The query can appear alone, on a line, or within a defined area.

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    IALA A and B Boundary

    The boundary between IALA A and B buoyage systems, where different systems of marking navigation hazards are used.

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    Traditional IALA System

    The traditional IALA system (Region B), where red buoys are on the starboard side and green on the port side.

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    Study Notes

    Virtual AIS Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Symbols

    • Virtual AIS AtoNs represent non-physical aids to navigation, such as wrecks, debris, or virtual hazards.
    • They are displayed only on systems where their existence is known or for a defined period
    • These are differentiated from physical AtoNs by specific symbols within Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs)
    • Symbols are shown in daytime colours but might appear differently in other palettes.

    ENC Symbols and Explanations

    • ENC symbols represent various features, including dangers, soundings, and objects.
    • Symbols are categorized based on meaning and clarity (e.g., isolated dangers, seafloor features, cardinal marks).
    • Different symbols depict information like the 'accuracy' or 'quality' of soundings or bathymetry data.
    • Some symbols are associated with information accessible via cursor enquiry.

    Additional Information and Symbols

    • Some symbols are linked to additional details, like information notes or pictures, accessible via cursor enquiry.
    • Several symbols indicate specific data qualities and accuracy level regarding the displayed information
    • Different symbol variations exist depending on the depicted data or feature.

    IALA Buoyage Systems

    • Symbols relating to buoyage are categorized within IALA (International Association of Lighthouse Authorities) systems (A and B) for buoyage.
    • They are used for directionality and other features of navigational aids.
    • Separate buoys may be associated with other systems or details.

    ENC Data vs. Non-ENC Data

    • Symbols visually depict areas of ENC Data and Non-ENC Data to distinguish data sources, which is important for navigating.

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