"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.

This is a real issue, for those who think "dead" is correct will also state
that ded reckoning is "dead bang on center", as in completely accurate, which
is a physical impossibility.

JAXAshby wrote:
"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.

This is a real issue, for those who think "dead" is correct will also state
that ded reckoning is "dead bang on center", as in completely accurate, which
is a physical impossibility.


As usual, you are misinformed.

hoary, are you saying that "dead bang on center" means horribly inaccurate?

"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.

This is a real issue, for those who think "dead" is correct will also state
that ded reckoning is "dead bang on center", as in completely accurate,
which
is a physical impossibility.


As usual, you are misinformed.

JAXAshby wrote:
"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.

This is a real issue, for those who think "dead" is correct will also state
that ded reckoning is "dead bang on center", as in completely accurate, which
is a physical impossibility.


ROFLMAO

OK, jax .... we have you down to one word group for the discussion "ded
reckoning". NOW, give us YOUR definition of this word, so when the rest
of us with a bit more time navigating, will know the simplistic
methods/definition/words/process we must adhere to, should you start one
of your rambling discourses on the subject...... again .... in the future.

otn

pay attention, over the knee, on the off chance you might someday, somewhere go
out on the water.

"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.

This is a real issue, for those who think "dead" is correct will also state
that ded reckoning is "dead bang on center", as in completely accurate,
which
is a physical impossibility.


ROFLMAO

OK, jax .... we have you down to one word group for the discussion "ded
reckoning". NOW, give us YOUR definition of this word, so when the rest
of us with a bit more time navigating, will know the simplistic
methods/definition/words/process we must adhere to, should you start one
of your rambling discourses on the subject...... again .... in the future.

otn

"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.



No entry in Lenfesty for "Ded Reckoning."

There is an entry for "Deduced Reckoning." It reads, "See Dead Reckoning."

No entry at all for "Ded" or "Deduced" in
Mckenna. Only for "Dead Reckoning".

Gould 0738 wrote:
"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.




No entry in Lenfesty for "Ded Reckoning."

There is an entry for "Deduced Reckoning." It reads, "See Dead Reckoning."

No entry at all for "Ded" or "Deduced" in
Mckenna. Only for "Dead Reckoning".


Try Bowditch, you'll find some variations (at least in the older editions).
The point being that there are a number of definitions (if you will)
which tend to revolve around this term, and, as in many things
"maritime", many of them vary to some degree based on various national,
regional, vessel type (ship/navy/yacht), historical usage.
It is not as important that you have a specific definition for the term,
as it is that those discussing it, are aware there can be different
interpretations and that their discussion revolves around one particular
interpretation ...... something jax hasn't a clue, may be possible.

otn

yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet, it is physically impossible to know where you are on
the planet using just a compass and a speed indicator. that some people
believe otherwise just goes to show you that some people are utterly ignorant.
the rocks don't care what you believe. not in the slightest.

"ded" is the correct term, "dead" is not.




No entry in Lenfesty for "Ded Reckoning."

There is an entry for "Deduced Reckoning." It reads, "See Dead
Reckoning."

No entry at all for "Ded" or "Deduced" in
Mckenna. Only for "Dead Reckoning".


Try Bowditch, you'll find some variations (at least in the older editions).
The point being that there are a number of definitions (if you will)
which tend to revolve around this term, and, as in many things
"maritime", many of them vary to some degree based on various national,
regional, vessel type (ship/navy/yacht), historical usage.
It is not as important that you have a specific definition for the term,
as it is that those discussing it, are aware there can be different
interpretations and that their discussion revolves around one particular
interpretation ...... something jax hasn't a clue, may be possible.

otn

gene, a reference point is a known quantity. that is the very definition of
the word "reference". if you don't know where it is it isn't a reference
point. and if you have reference points you are not DRing.

geesh. no wonder this guy can't convert inch-pounds to foot-pounds.

gene, you obviously don't know what the word "reference" means. go look it
up, you a***ole lazy clod, and then come back and try to ask your dumb,
idiot
dumb squat question again.

gene, you obviously don't know what the word "reference" means. go look
it
up,
you lazy clod, and then come back and try to ask your dumb question again.


Have at it, genius, pick one....


http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&l...=defmore&q=def
ine:reference

... but none of them satisfy your usage's requirements.


What is a "specimin" ?

Of course someone that can't spell "specimen" should be expected to
express themselves using the proper word, either. Therefore, your
ignorant and inaccurate postings are understood, though not
necessarily forgiven.

Please try harder....

Maybe you should look up the concept "URL".... which is what I
provided and linked to a multitude of definitions... none, apparently,
that you have erroneously created in your own mind....

Sorry, reality is a bitch..... now you can go back to the safety and
security of JaxWorld.....

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JAXAshby wrote:
yeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet, it is physically impossible to know where you are on
the planet using just a compass and a speed indicator. that some people
believe otherwise just goes to show you that some people are utterly ignorant.
the rocks don't care what you believe. not in the slightest.

It's also impossible to know where you are on the planet using GPS, or
any other navigation system. You said it yourself, one of the rare
times you said something correct. It's a physical impossibility to be
completely accurate. There's error in everything. The only difference
is in how much error there is, how well the amount of error can be
estimated and whether it's more than required for a specific application.

Steve