Maritime & Aviation
Ship rudder
A rudder changes the direction of a vessel by deflecting water flow at the stern. Its blade, stock and operating mechanism connect the helmsman’s command with forces on the hull. The Tianjin museum presents steering equipment as p...
About this artifact
A rudder changes the direction of a vessel by deflecting water flow at the stern. Its blade, stock and operating mechanism connect the helmsman’s command with forces on the hull. The Tianjin museum presents steering equipment as part of the development of sailing and powered ships.
Sources & image credits
Photograph of an illustrative example of this technology. The image does not identify the individual museum exhibit.
Image: Brosen_propelersterntychy.jpg
Creator: Brosen
License: CC BY 2.5
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