| NAVIGATION - Introduction by John Carlton |
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digital charting and plotters (future) |
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radar screen overlays (future) |
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satellite weather overlays (future) |
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NMEA serial network protocol (future) |
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NavNet TCP/IP network protocol (future) |
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celestial navigation (future) |
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chart interpretation & dead reckoning (future) |
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| COMMUNICATIONS |
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GSM cellphone - Bluetooth Nokia 6820 |
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Globalstar satellite phone - Qualcomm GSP 1600 |
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VHF radio with emergency GPS location flashed to Coast Guard (future) |
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| OUR BOAT - 30' Lancer sloop - Serenade |
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Wireless remote control autopilot |
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Diesel removal & 4 stroke outboard engine mount |
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Cockpit bimini - stainless steel construction |
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Tender davits on stern |
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Waste management holding tank system |
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Solar panel, PWM charge controller and deep cycle battery system |
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Solar power and Quantum Dots - nanotechnology for the future |
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Propane Fireplace |
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| NAVAL ARCHITECT - John Carlton |
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| REGATTAS, local events, yacht owner's associations |
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Thetis Island Regatta |
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| BOAT SHOWS in NORTH AMERICA |
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| SITE GUIDE - this page |
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| LINKS to other relevant sites |
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| CONTACT |