AboutThomas Yoon Expertise Can answer questions on how equipment works. What working on board ship is like. The work on board ship. Can answer questions on working life as a Marine Engineer.
Cannot answer questions on business, and questions applicable to specific countries.
Experience Working on board cargo ships as Marine Engineer for 9 years, including 1-1/2 years as cadet, and 1 year in shipyard.
Publications Website: http://www.free-marine.com which is titled Marine Engineer World.View it at Marine Engineer World
Education/Credentials 1st Class Marine Engineer Certificate of Competency (Motorship)
Question Thank you Thomas for the quick reply. Follow-up question;
Can you tell me of any other commonly used names for the 'clear view window'.
Thanks!
Dennis
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What is the official nautical term or name for the centrifugal spinner window on a ship?
Thanks!
Dennis
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The common ship name is "clear view screen"
Answer Dear Dennis,
I am not aware of any other name. Maybe some people may give it their own nickname, like what you did, "spinner". If you would like more details on the equipment please go to: http://www.speich.it/htmlEN/cvs/cvs.htm