Wheel or ship’s wheel

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Wheel or ship’s wheel

The ship’s wheel or wheel is a critical component used in steering older ships. It is connected to the rudder by a series of mechanisms (usually ropes or chains and pulleys) that allow the helmsman to control the direction of the ship. The size and complexity of a ship’s wheel can vary, but it is typically a large wooden wheel with spokes, enabling the helmsman to apply leverage to turn the rudder and thus change the ship’s course. Modern ships often use more advanced technologies for steering, but the wheel remains a powerful symbol of nautical navigation.

 

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