| Sperry - Universal Gyropilot |
The Steering System consists of the Sperry Universal Gyropilot (also known as 'Iron Mike') Control Panel and the Steering Hydraulic System. The hydraulic portion of the system consists of two independent systems that are connected to the common steering ram piping. These two systems work in conjunction to allow the ship to be maneuvered. The steering gear or hydraulic system may be operated in various locations of the ship, from the Pilot House, from the Winch Control House and the Steering Gear Room. The Universal Gyropilot Control Panel consists of the electro-mechanical heading selector components, non-follow-up controller module, a dimmer control circuit and a gyropilot computer control panel.
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