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This is the Maritime Glossary
This glossary/lexicon gives an intensive overview about the words, terms, articles relevant in the maritime area. Beside English most articles are also available in Spanish and German. A special aspect in this glossary is the Meteorology.
Grounding
Deutsch: Grundberührung / Español: Varada / Português: Encalhe / Français: Échouement / Italiano: Incaglio
Grounding in the maritime context refers to an incident where a ship or boat touches the bottom of a body of water, causing it to become stuck. This situation typically occurs when the vessel strays outside of the deepwater channels and comes into unintentional contact with shallower areas like sandbars, reefs, or the seabed. Grounding can result in varying degrees of damage to the vessel, depending on factors such as the speed at which the ship was moving and the nature of the seabed.
Process
Deutsch: Prozess / Español: Proceso / Português: Processo / Français: Processus / Italiano: Processo
Process in the maritime context refers to a series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular end in the operation and management of sea vessels and maritime activities. This can include everything from navigation and shipping operations to legal and administrative procedures associated with maritime commerce.
Radio
Deutsch: Funk / Español: Radio / Português: Rádio / Français: Radio / Italiano: Radio
Radio in the maritime context refers to the use of radio waves for communication between ships, aircraft, shore stations, and other maritime entities. This communication is essential for safety, navigation, and operational efficiency at sea. Maritime radio systems are governed by international regulations and are a critical component of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).
Research
Deutsch: Forschung / Español: Investigación / Português: Pesquisa / Français: Recherche / Italiano: Ricerca
Research in the maritime context refers to the systematic investigation into and study of materials, sources, and phenomena using scientific methods to establish facts and reach new conclusions specific to maritime environments. This research can cover a wide range of topics, including marine biology, oceanography, maritime technology, naval architecture, and maritime economics.