Propulsion control system MasterStick

The SCHOTTEL MasterStick is a joystick system which can control up to six propulsion units simultaneously. The thrust and the alignment of the propulsion units are controlled and distributed by computer in such a way that all translational and rotational movements required for manoeuvring the vessel are executed optimally. To do so, the nautical personnel only needs to operate a single control lever. The ship's movement can thus be controlled intuitively and comfortably in any desired directions of motion or in a combination of those. ADVANTAGES SIMPLIFIED STEERING | Precise positioning and complex manoeuvring with a single joystick FASTER REACTION | Immediate stop with activated thrust biasing, no thrust reversal necessary INCREASED SAFETY | Easier operation of vessels, more focus on operating and environmental conditions FLEXIBLE AND RELIABLE | High-performance industry standard PLC FEATURES Marine proven control panel Intuitive system operation, selection of propulsion unit and operating mode Optimized operating modes Free sailing and harbour mode allow the propulsion units to be controlled according to prevailing ambient conditions (e.g. confined waters) Auto heading Manual control or automated holding of yaw angle always available Thruster biasing Thruster biasing helps the ship's movement to be controlled responsively and sensitively