The follow-up mechanism for the steering gear shown functions to assure the correct rudder position for each corresponding position of the helm. When operating properly, the follow-up mechanism should __________. See illustration GS-0123.
A
return the main pump stroke to neutral when rudder error angle is less than 10 degrees
B
maintain a constant pump stroke for all rudder command angles
C
gradually increase main pump stroke as rudder attains command angle
D
gradually decrease pump stroke as rudder is achieving command angle
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Question 1 / 205eccef9cbacbc34ba4d45a31
Question 1 of 205eccef9cbacbc34ba4d45a31
The follow-up mechanism for the steering gear shown functions to assure the correct rudder position for each corresponding position of the helm. When operating properly, the follow-up mechanism should __________. See illustration GS-0123.
The follow-up mechanism for the steering gear shown functions to assure the correct rudder position for each corresponding position of the helm. When operating properly, the follow-up mechanism should __________. See illustration GS-0123.