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Application of Azimuth Control Lever in Marine Vessels
Combines the functions of the traditional engine telegraph (speed control) and steering wheel (direction control) into a single lever.
1. Operating Principle
1）Push/Pull – Controls propulsion speed and ahead/astern direction.
2）Rotation – Controls the thruster for 360° azimuthing steering.
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2. Main Applicable Vessels
1）High‑end specialized vessels – Pod‑propelled ships (cruise liners, icebreakers), DP‑capable engineering vessels (drillships, pipelay vessels), and harbour tugs.
2）Conventional vessels – Used in integrated manoeuvring systems.
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3. Key Advantages
1）Simplified operation – Single‑lever control for both speed and heading.
2）High precision – Built‑in encoder with accuracy up to ±0.2%.
3）Safety feedback – Vibration or audible alerts reduce dependency on visual monitoring.
4）Smart modes – Supports joystick‑like control, adaptable to both low‑speed and high‑speed manoeuvring scenarios.
