Ground Tackles: by Imperato Massimo
Ground Tackles: by Imperato Massimo
Ground Tackles: by Imperato Massimo
By Imperato Massimo
Anchor
An anchor is a device, normally made of metal, that is used to connect a vessel to the bed of a body of water to prevent the vessel from drifting due to wind or current.
Anchor chain
The chain that attaches an anchor to a vessel. And its made of metal and is composed by dielocks.
Anchor windlass
An anchor windlass is a machine that restrains and manipulates the anchor chain and/or rope on a boat, allowing the anchor to be raised and lowered. A notched wheel engages the links of the chain or the rope.
Capstan
A capstan is a vertical-axled rotating machine developed for use on sailing ships to apply force to ropes, cables, and hawsers. The principle is similar to that of the windlass, which has a horizontal axle.