The Trend Toward Complexity
The Trend Toward Complexity
A call to the marine industry to stop apologizing for it, and simply get on with making systems work reliably.
by Steve...
Feature Article: Unraveling the Corrosion Mystery – Editorial: Technical Competence and Job Skills
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Just as I began to write this column I received an email from a colleague, he manages the physical plant for a...
Attention to Detail
Attention to Detail Text and photos by Steve D’Antonio Copyright 2013
Noticing and acting upon small clues, things others often fail to see, is the very essence...
Editorial: Voided Warranties – Feature: The Many Weaknesses of Raw-Water Check Valves
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"That'll Void your Warranty" It’s something I hear often, often from engine and equipment dealers, and even some manufacturers, “If you do that,...
Photo Essay: Hull Strainer
Raw water, after lube oil it’s the very life blood of your engine and generator, supplying it with the medium that absorbs and carries...
Feature Article: Boat Show Wisdom – Editorial: The Great 2 vs. 30 Micron Fuel...
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The Great 2 vs. 30 Micron Fuel Filter Debate If you want to start a debate, or an argument, on the dock, bring...
July 2026 Newsletter – Terminal Strip Design
Photo Essay: Terminal Strip Design
The average contemporary cruising vessel, power or sail, is filled with miles of wiring and hundreds, if not thousands, of...
Ask Steve – February 2015
Hey Steve I hope all is well and you had a great Christmas and new year. I just had a quick question. What is your...
Onboard Alarms – Part I
Text and Photos By Steve D'Antonio
Copyright April 2014 Onboard "alarms"fall into a variety of categories and levels of criticality. The alarm panels shown here monitor...
Editorial: Seamanship Anyone? – Feature: Synthetic Oil; Is it Right for your Engine?
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Seamanship Anyone? While I concentrate on vessel construction and systems, i.e., gensets, engines, electrical, steering, and propulsion systems, I’m a firm believer in...