Top 50 Apps Similar to Marine Navigation
Sight reduction 4.3
Celestial navigation - Astronavigation Sight reduction: -MarcqSaint Hilaire Line of Position, intercept method (p=Ho-Hc, Zn)-Input for observed altitude Ho or instrumental Hs (NauticalAlmanacdata needed for the Sun and the Moon) - Calculator: altitudeHc andazimuth Zn - Running fix - Plots up to 3 Marcq Saint HilaireLinesof Position on Google maps - Local hour angle (LHA) Sightreductionis the process of deriving from a sight the informationneeded forestablishing a line of position. This app is a calculatorto getthe intercept from the assumed position of theobserverAP(latitude, longitude), the geographical position of thecelestialbody observed, GP(Dec, GHA), and its corrected altitudeHo. Manualand examples in the developer's website.Ref:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sight_reduction User interface:-Zoom buttons +/- - Map types: standard, terrain, and satellite-GPS location. ("Location" App permission must be allowed. Switchonyou GPS, and then automatic location detection is possible)
Free Nautical Charts 1.0.9
Marine Ways Boating is the ultimatemarinenavigation and planning application! In this application youwillgain access to:FREE NAVIGATIONAL CHARTS- NOAA ENC Electronic Navigational Charts (NOAA's newest andmostpowerful electronic charting product)- NOAA BSB Classic Raster Charts (including Day, Red, Dusk,Night,and Gray versions)- All chart data is supplied by NOAA.Just toggle the chart you want in the map settings section anditwill show up on the map! Zoom in for the finest detail!ROUTE PLANNING TOOLS-Route Plotting. Tap and hold on the map for one second to plotyourwaypoints. To form a route, continue to tap and hold on themap indifferent areas. Distance and bearing are convenientlycalculatedand displayed for each leg as you add, adjust, orremovewaypoints.-Travel Mode. Automatically centers the map on your currentpositionas you move. Use travel mode to see how closely you arefollowingyour plotted route in real time!-Route Leg Summary. A convenient view containingdetailedinformation of each leg you have plotted, including startand endcoordinates, distance, and bearing.BUOY REPORTS AND OBSTRUCTION INFORMATIONMarkers for buoys and obstructions are conveniently plotted intheiractual location on the map! Just click on the marker to viewtheirinformation!- Buoy Reports: Get complete current conditions and wave reportsforfixed and drifting buoys.- Obstructions: Get location and history informationaboutpotentially dangerous, submerged hazards including rocks andsunkenvessels.NAVIGATION DASHBOARDThe navigational dashboard shows various real-timeinformationincluding:- Current location (latitude and longitude, withaccuracyrange)- Current Heading (includes a small directional compassaswell!)- Current Speed Over Ground- Current BearingMARINE MAP OVERLAYSToggle various marine overlay data right onto the map to getabetter idea of the current boating conditions!Overlays include:- Water Surface Temperature (Global)- Wind Speeds (US only)- Wind Gusts (US only)- Wave Heights (US only)LOCATION SHARING OVER WATER / VIEW OTHER BOATS- Display your last known location, speed, bearing, and boat nameonthe map for other Marine Ways boaters to view.- View the last known location, speed, bearing, and boat nameofother Marine Ways boaters, as well as their distance andbearingfrom your location.- Location sharing is turned off by default. When you are readytoshare, toggle it on within general settings. To continuouslyupdateyour location on the map, keep the app opened and focused.The appcurrently does not update your location in thebackground.WEATHER INFORMATION- Weather Precipitation Radar (US & Hawaii only). Detectsanyrain and snow in the area.- Weather Station. Reports the nearest observation stationdata.Current temperature, humidity, weather conditions, wind, andmore!Station observation data is available globally.- Weather Alerts. Weather station also reports any activeweatheralerts issued by the National Weather Service such asseverethunderstorm warnings or hurricane warnings. Weatheralertinformation is available for US, Alaska and Hawaii.- Land Surface Temperature overlay. Shows the currentsurfacetemperature on land (US only).Before using this application, please read and agree tothefollowing terms of use / service and privacy policy:Terms of Use / Service: http://www.marineways.com/apptermsPrivacy policy: http://www.marineways.com/appprivacyNavigational Charts Disclaimer from NOAA:NOAA ENC Online is not certified for navigation. Screen capturesofthe ENCs displayed here do NOT fulfill chart carriagerequirementsfor regulated commercial vessels under Titles 33 and 46of the Codeof Federal Regulations.Enjoy the app! Marine Ways is also available on the webathttp://www.marineways.com
Transas iSailor
Transas iSailor is an easy-to-usenavigationalsystem developed for the amateur seafarers. Intendedfor use onboats and yachts, iSailor provides a clear presentationofnavigation information and electronic charts. Transas ownTX-97vector chart format supported by iSailor is recognizedworldwide asone of the most accurate and reliable sources ofnavigationalinformation.Available Chart Folios cover coastal and offshore waters ofNorthAmerica, Latin and South America, Europe, Africa, Middle East,FarEast, Asia, Australia & New Zealand. All chart folios canbeselected, purchased and downloaded via the Transas iSailorappusing its Chart Store section. Purchased chart folios includesaone year Chart Updates subscription service of yourchosencoverage. At the end of one year you can choose to renew yourChartUpdates subscription service or continue to use the chartsyoupreviously purchased and downloaded.• Positioning system:- Internal GPS (if available, through the AndroidLocationProvider)- NMEA GPS over Wi-Fi (TCP/UDP connection)- AIS class B Transponder (TCP/UDP connection)- Bluetooth NMEA GPS through the Android LocationProvide("Bluetooth GPS Provider" app is needed)• Navigation sensors support: GPS, Compass & ROT (TrueorMagnetic Heading), Wind, Echo-Sounder• AIS targets support: AIS Class A, AIS Class B, AIS Receiver,BaseStations, Aids-to-Navigation (AtoN)• Display of Charts and Routes• North Up, COG Up and Route Up chart orientations• Information on any vector chart objects• Free cursor, Point-To-Point and Own Ship referencedERBLfunctionality• Monitoring of navigational data: Position, Course (COG) andSpeedOver Ground (SOG)• Route creation by the graphic methods. “Go To” routes• Alarms & Warnings• Waypoint monitoring: Bearing to WP, Distance to WP, XTD• Schedule information: Time-To-Go and ETA to any selectedwaypointahead• Day and Night chart palettes• Track recording• Import & Export for Tracks and Routes• Multi-UnitsCompatible with Android versions since 4.4.x (API level 19)andhigher!List of supported and tested devices:Tablets:• Google Nexus 7 (2013)• Samsung Galaxy Tab S• Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0• Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4• Samsung Galaxy Note 3• Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet• Lenovo A3300-HV• Lenovo YOGA Tablet 2 ProSmartphones:• Samsung Galaxy S4• Lenovo S60• Samsung Galaxy A3• HTC Desire 630• Asus ZenFone Z00ADWe cannot guarantee correct operation on non-tested devices.Ourteam will continue to improve the application performance,keepingyou informed about our progress in the upcomingreleases.iSailor web site http://www.isailor.usAny questions? Feel free to contact us at [email protected] Yours,Transas iSailor team
DONIA 5.07
DONIA - Enjoy & protect the sea, together!DONIA est une application de cartographie marinecommunautairepour smartphone et tablette. Elle est destinée auxplaisanciers,plongeurs, pécheurs et à tous les amoureux de la merqui souhaitentbénéficier de cartes précises, enrichies de donnéessur la viemarine et d'informations en temps réel sur les activitésensurface.DONIA, c’est avant tout une communauté de passionnésquiéchangent des informations pour rendre leurs sorties en merplusriches en découvertes et qui veulent contribuer àprotégerl'environnement.DONIA œuvre et sensibilise à la préservation del’environnementen fournissant des cartes de la nature des fondsextrêmementprécises qui permettent aux plaisanciers de Méditerranéede jeterl’ancre en dehors des herbiers de posidonie protégés.DONIA c’est aussi plus de sécurité à bord. L’applicationproposede vivre la traditionnelle solidarité maritime en partageantdesinformations sur les dangers aperçus en mer (obstacles,accidents,méduses, etc.).Enfin, les utilisateurs de DONIA peuvent recevoirgratuitementdes informations de la part des gestionnaires de sitesprotégés(parcs, réserves). Pratique pour éviter les démarchesfastidieuseset trouver la réglementation locale facilement.En options payantes, vous pouvez bénéficier:- D'un pack alarmes graphiques (Alarmesanti-dérapage,anti-collision (au mouillage), anti-emmelage dechaînes). Lesalarmes sont transférées sur un autre téléphone parsms en cas debesoin (coût d'un sms).- Vous pouvez aussi acquérir des cartes de bathymétrie trèshauterésolution et en 3D. Ces données, acquises ausondeurmulti-faisceaux par la société spécialisée AndromèdeOcéanologie,sont environ 1000 fois plus précises que les cartesclassiques.Vous voyez la vraie forme des reliefs, les failles,etc.Attention l'utilisation continue du GPS en tâche de fondpeutréduire considérablement la durée de la batterie.DONIA - Enjoy&protect the sea, together!DONIA is a community marine mapping application forsmartphoneand tablet. It is intended for boaters, divers, fishermenand allsea lovers who want accurate maps, enriched data on marinelife andreal time information on surface activity.DONIA, is above all a community of enthusiasts whoexchangeinformation to make their outputs richest offshorediscoveries andwant to help protect the environment.DONIA work and awareness to preserve the environment byprovidingmaps of nature extremely precise funds that allowMediterraneanboaters to anchor outside the protected Posidoniameadows.DONIA is also more safety on board. The application offerslivetraditional maritime solidarity by sharing information aboutthedangers at sea surveys (obstacles, accidents, jellyfish,etc.).Finally, users DONIA can receive free information frommanagersof protected sites (parks, reserves). Convenient to avoidthetedious steps and find local regulations easily.By paying options, you can benefit:- A pack graphics alarms (Alarms anti-skid, anti-collision(atanchor), anti-tangle of strings). The alarms are transferredtoanother phone via SMS in case of need (cost SMS).- You can acquire high resolution bathymetric maps and 3D.Thesedata, acquired multibeam echosounder by the specializedcompanyAndromeda Oceanology, are about 1000 times more accuratethantraditional cards. You see the true form of reliefs,faults,etc.Caution Continued use of GPS running in the backgroundcandramatically decrease battery life.
SailDroid
The Sailing AppApp for sailors, yachts and boats, containinga set of nautical applications:- Magnetic Compass- Speedometer in knots, mph or km/h, Course over Ground- Position- Mark or edit waypoints- Import Waypoints from gpx file- Distance measurement in nautical miles and meters. Also usefulforanchoring.- Course to WaypointAll in large, high contrast characters
Boating HD 8.0.1
The world's most popular marine &lakesapp!A favorite among cruisers, sailors, fishermen and divers.Findthesame detailed charts as on the best GPS plotters. Downloadtheapp,then go to Menu>Charts and select your region to get a14day freetrial to the overwhelming value of Navionics+.NAVIONICS+ includes:√ Download of the following chart layers that will resideonyourdevice even after expiration:- NAUTICAL CHART for all essential cartographic referencedetail.Themost accurate and thorough set of information basedonHydrographicOffice data, Notices to Mariners, newpublications,our own surveys,and reports from users. It providesport plans,safety depthcontours, marine services info, tides ¤ts,navigation aidsand more.- SONARCHART™: the award-winning 1 ft/ 0,5 m HD bathymetrymapthatreflects ever-changing conditions. Be part of thecommunityandcontribute by uploading your sonar logs to enhanceit.- COMMUNITY EDITS made by users (rocks, wrecks, etc.) andsharedforall to benefit.√ CHART UPDATES: we deliver more than 2,000 updates everyday!Takeadvantage of our updates as frequently as you like.√ ADVANCED MAP OPTIONS to highlight Shallow Areas, andfilterDepthContours. Includes a Fishing Mode that enables FishingRangefortargeting key fishing areas.√ NAVIGATION MODULE for advanced route planning with ETA,distancetoarrival, heading to WP, fuel consumption and more!√ DOCK-TO-DOCK AUTOROUTING quickly creates detailedrouteseventhrough narrow waterways and channels, based on chartdataandnavigation aids. POIs are automatically shownnearbyyourdestination.√ WEATHER & TIDES provides real-time weather dataandforecasts.Access daily and hourly forecasts for yourfavoritelocations andget wind, weather buoys, Tides &Currentsoverlaid on yourmap.Buoy data is retrieved from NOAA and can include wind speed,gustanddirection as well as air pressure, water temperature,waveheight andother relevant marine data.Note: Download detailed maps by zooming inorfromMenu>Download Map. Check navionics.com for coverage.Navionics+ is a one year subscription. At expiration youcanrenewwith a discount of up to 50%. If you don’t renew, youcanstill usethe charts you previously downloaded, along withseveralfreefeatures:TRACK your journey, view speed, distance, time and COG.Savetoarchive, see stats and playbackROUTES: create and edit, based on speed and fuel consumptionMeasure DISTANCE, add MARKERS, get WIND FORECASTSandsun/mooncyclesMAP OPTIONS: Satellite/Terrain, adjust shorelines toselectedWaterLevel, choose Depth Shading and Easy View tobeginSYNC Tracks, Routes & Markers among your mobile devicesMAGAZINES & GUIDES for location-based articlesfromleadingindustry publishersSONARCHART ™ LIVE - allows you to create new personal 1ft/0.5mHDbathymetry maps that display in real time whilenavigating.Uploadyour sonar logs to build even better local chartsfor yourareaconnecting wirelessly to a compatiblesounder/plotter.PLOTTER SYNC - NEW! Plotter Sync may also provideaccesstoDock-to-dock Autorouting, SonarChart Live and AdvancedMapOptionsfor your GPS plotter. Learnmoreatwww.navionics.com/en/plotter-syncNavionics has certified several Android models where theappisdesigned to load and operate correctly with an OS of 4.0orhigher.Please refer to our Compatibility Guide, whichiscontinuouslyupdatedathttp://www.navionics.com/en/compatibility/mobile.Wecannotguarantee flawless operation or provide supportfornon-certifieddevices. ALL SALES ARE FINAL on Google Play.
Marinus - Boating rules 4.2.7
Marinus ColRegs is not one more app ofthenavigation rules… is the APP of the navigation rules!Designed by and for the maritime and nautical people, thatresolveyour doubts in any moment and anywhere. Is the appindispensableonboard of your sail or power boat!Include the next sections:• Flags: with every letter and significant.• Meteo: Beaufort and Douglas scale, and clouds.• Sonuds• Lights: with a detail view of every vessel in every angle.• Day shapes• Maneuvers• Morse• Buoys IALA• Radio• ColRegs: all the International Regulation for PreventingCollsionsat Sea (IRPCS, Rules of the road, Collision rules) intext.• Quiz• MapDownload the app that miles of people use very day intheiriPhone. No matter if you are an experienced sailor or anovice,this is your app!Any question feel you free to ask to [email protected]
Vaarkaart Friese Meren 2.11
The perfect chart for sailing on theFrisianlakes. This chart is made for boat renters, skippers andcrew ofsail boats, motor boats and barges. Also recommended forcanoes andfishers.AreaFrom Stavoren to Grouw, with the following lakes::Heegermeer,Fluessen, Morra, Oudegaster Brekken, Zwarte and WitteBrekken,Sneekermeer, Koevorden, Tjeukermeer, Langweerderwielen,andPikmeer/Wijde Ee.This is a detailed chart with a scale 1,3m/pixel. This comesdownto about 1 : 5000 on the screen.Depth viewWith clear depth view from the Friese Meren Project in wellcoloreddepth areas on the lakes and depth numbers along the waterways.Developed by Stentec in cooperation with the province Fryslânbasedon the most recent depth measurements.WaypointsThe included database contains 2345 waypoints divided in 13groups.The 145 marinas show phone numbers and websites. Othergroups areamong others bouyage, mooring spots, campings and gasstations.The accurate positioned bouyage contains the socalled‘slobbers’. These mark the protected bird area from 1 Octoberto 1May. Outside this period these are replaced by yellowregattabuoys.Marrekrite 2014 natural mooring places are also included inthechart. You can easily see if camping is allowed (CAMP), ifacontainer is present (CONT) or if you can moor (WAL).The bridges and locks along the water ways are shown withheightand width so you can easily plan your route. The manyaquaducts arealso shown. Most bridges are operated daily from 1 Mayto 1November from 9h-19h. In June, July and August even until20h.
Electronic Chart Symbols ECDIS
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TO THE SYMBOLS USED ONELECTRONIC(ECDIS)NAUTICAL CHARTS SPECIFIED BY THEINTERNATIONALHYDROGRAPHICORGANIZATION (IHO). ************ FEATURESand BENEFITS************- Perfect for reference, learning &revision -Hi-res graphics- Tap & Enlarge feature for greaterdetail -Fully searchableindex to all the symbols - Always with youon yourPhone or Tablet- No internet connection needed - How tonavigatesafely!************ Plus FREE Bonus Content from our "SafeSkipper"app************ "ELECTRONIC NAUTICAL CHARTSYMBOLS&ABBREVIATIONS" provides quick reference to the "INT1"symbolsspecified by the International HydrographicOrganization(IHO) onhow to navigate safely. There are five mainsections inthis app,each with lettered sub-sections organized intocategoriesto guideusers through the hundreds of symbols. The mainsectionsare:GENERAL - chart layouts, positions, distances,directionsandcompass. TOPOGRAPHY - landmarks, ports and coastallandfeatures.HYDROGRAPHY - tides, currents, depths, nature oftheseabed,underwater obstructions, tracks, areas, limitsandhydrographicterms. NAVIGATION AIDS & SERVICES - lights,buoys,fog signals,radar, radio, services and small craftfacilities.INDEX &ABBREVIATIONS - international abbreviationsand index tosymbolsand abbreviations. ************* FREE BonusContent from"SafeSkipper" ***************************** A bonussection hastips onhow to deal with emergencies including: Abandonship;Dismasting;Distress Signals; Engine Failure; Fire Fighting;Flares;Getting atow; Helicopter rescue; Holed hull; Manoverboard;Medicalemergency; Mayday; Panpan; Securité. INDEX Theindex is anA-Z ofsymbols and abbreviations and enables the user toquicklylook upthe symbols and see them in context with others inthesamecategories. This app is based on the UnitedKingdomHydrographicOffice's print publication "Chart 5011 (INT 1)EDITION2" AdmiraltyCharts Publication and "Chart No.1 United StatesofAmericaNautical Chart Symbols, Abbreviations and Terms". Wehaveanon-going program of marine navigation and boatingsafetyandreference apps, so please contact us with any ideasorfeaturesthat you would like to see included.
