Course to Steer with Tidal Stream
Course-to-steer and speed-over-ground when a tidal stream sets across the track. Vector triangle closure.
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Formula, assumptions, and limits
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Course made good (track) | °T | |
| Speed through water | kn | |
| Current direction (towards) | °T | |
| Current rate | kn | |
| Course to steer | °T | |
| Speed over ground | kn |
Source: Admiralty Manual of Navigation BR45 Ch.8
In short
Course-to-steer and speed-over-ground when a tidal stream sets across the track.