STEERING GEAR Definition & Meaning

steering gear

noun

the apparatus or mechanism for steering a ship, automobile, bicycle, airplane, etc.

steering gear

noun

any mechanism used for steering a vehicle, ship, aircraft, etc

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of steering gear¹

First recorded in 1865–70

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However, CalMac advised that a "very small amount of water" had entered part of the rear of the ship near the steering gear.

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However, the ferry operator advised that a "very small amount of water" had entered part of the rear of the ship near the steering gear.

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"We haven't got our final certificates yet so it wouldn't be legal but operationally, rudders are working, the steering gear is working, we can run the ship from here."

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One in 2015 was related to a possibly faulty tie rod; the other in 2022 was related to the incorrect installation of a steering gear.

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The coverage replaced a steering gear with an improved one.

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