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The Lighthouse Code

"The Lighthouse Code" explores the fascinating history of lighthouses, revealing them not just as navigational aids, but as sophisticated communication hubs. These maritime sentinels employed a complex language of light flashes, colors, and fog signals to convey crucial information to ships at sea. The book highlights how the standardization of maritime codes allowed for effective communication across vast distances, contributing significantly to maritime safety and global trade. For example, specific flash sequences identified individual lighthouses, while foghorns warned ships of danger in low visibility.

The book traces the evolution of lighthouse technology, from simple fixed lights to intricate signaling systems. Beginning with the basic principles of lighthouse optics and acoustics, it progresses through the development of standardized light characteristics and fog signals. "The Lighthouse Code" also examines the crucial role of lighthouse keepers and shipboard personnel in interpreting and acting upon these signals. By focusing on the communicative aspect of lighthouses, the book offers a unique perspective on their contribution to maritime history and our understanding of signaling technology. The book concludes by exploring the reasons for the decline of traditional lighthouse signaling, replaced by new technologies.

E-bok

  • Utgitt: 20.2.2025

  • Språk: engelsk

  • Forlag: Publifye

  • ISBN: 9788233991470


Forfatter:

  • Isaac Berners-Lee

Format:

  • E-bok

Varighet:

  • 99 sider

Språk:

engelsk

Kategorier:

  • Fakta
  • Historie
  • Naturvitenskap og teknikk
  • Teknikk

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