Marine Heading Devices and Compass Systems
Marine heading systems have evolved from traditional magnetic compasses to advanced gyrocompasses and satellite compasses. Heading devices play a critical role in navigation by determining the vessel’s direction relative to true or magnetic north. These instruments enhance course stability and feed accurate heading data into autopilot and radar overlay systems.
Innovations in Compass Technology
Today’s heading systems offer exceptional precision with less maintenance and faster startup times. Gyrocompasses now integrate with GPS for hybrid heading data, while satellite compasses use GNSS constellations to deliver true heading without moving parts. These systems are key to precise autopilot control, route planning, and collision avoidance in commercial and recreational marine operations.
PSI provides a wide array of heading and compass solutions, including GPS satellite compasses, gyrocompasses, rate sensors, and more from trusted marine electronics brands.
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