Set & Drift - Current Triangle
Resolve set and drift of a current into along-track and across-track components for leeway compensation - the classical vector triangle.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Current set (toward) | °T | |
| Drift speed | kn | |
| Course over ground | °T |
Source: Bowditch Pub.9 Ch.7
In short
Resolve set and drift of a current into along-track and across-track components for leeway compensation - the classical vector triangle.