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> Arild Jensen wrote:
> Now that several engine builders offer digital engine displays ( as
opposed
> to individual gauges) it also becomes possible to record that data for
later
> maintenance use.
Could you please name a few of the manufacturers that are doing this. I'm
interested
in seeing what's out there.
> Here is another thought.
>
> Why should the engine gauges occupy the largest part of the helm or
console
> area to the detriment of navigational displays?
> How frequently do you look at the gauges compared to the compass, chart
plotter
> or radar and depth sounder.
>
> Seem to me that the most frequently used instruments should be front and
center
> to the helm station.
I agree. I'm often amazed how poor the general ergonomics of many helms tend
to
be. This seems to be a whole area of boat design where many builders and
designers
just refuse to attempt to innovate, or even do things that just seem to be
basic common
sense. It seems to me that the whole area of helm design could benefit from a
lot more
fresh thinking, especially for single handers.
- Julian
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