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NautoSteer AS

NautoSteer® Advanced Steering

Tailor-made manual steering gear control systems

NautoSteer AS is an advanced steering gear control system for customers that require the highest reliability, safety and an outstanding range of functions. 

The modular system architecture enables both standardised and cost-effective solutions as well as individual and advanced system configurations. NautoSteer AS can even be configured and hardened to meet the most stringent of naval requirements, including those for naval combatants and aircraft carriers. 

Key
Benefits

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Safe steering performance

NautoSteer AS is based on reliable CAN bus technology and includes an outstanding range of integrated safety features. In addition, the crew can regain safe steering control in emergencies by simply switching between two independent steering modes with a secure fallback position.

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Installation and maintenance made easy

The installation and servicing of NautoSteer AS is less error-prone and less expensive compared to conventional systems. Integration into various system environments is simplified using standard cables, computer-based commissioning and configurations via software. NautoSteer AS offers the best value for newbuild and refit projects.

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Main
Features

  • Integrated safety features such as wire break monitoring, permanent steering failure monitoring, and data integrity monitoring
  • Two independent steering modes “NFU Direct” and “Main”: support transparent and intuitive operation – crew benefits from fast and safe decision-making when time is crucial 
  • Secure fallback position “NFU Direct”: tiller can be used immediately in an emergency. Controls steering gear directly by switching a control voltage – no use of further electronics
  • “Main” mode: CAN bus-based steering gear control system is activated, enabling the most comfortable steering gear control – allows steering of vessel with steering controls such as follow-up & non-follow-up tillers or autopilot steering
  • Steering control is activated directly at steering position with take-over function. Alternative: a dedicated steering control position can be activated by use of steering mode operator unit (give-over function)
  • Two independent steering modes for maximum safety: 
    In 'Main' mode, the CAN bus-based steering control system is activated, providing convenient and advanced functions such as take-over of steering positions. In 'Direct NFU' mode, the NFU direct tiller controls the steering gear directly by switching a control voltage - no other electronics are used. This concept ensures control of the steering at all times and supports transparent and intuitive operation, allowing the crew to make quick and safe decisions when it matters most. In the event of an emergency, the crew always has a safe fall-back position and can steer the vessel safely.
System components

NautoSteer AS enables cost-effective standard configurations, but also sophisticated and customised systems. Steering gear control systems are available for ships with single and double rudder, solenoid and proportional actuators, fore and aft workstations, as well as for naval vessels – where required with the integration of third-party components.

Further system components are the Anschütz autopilots NautoPilot 5000 NX and PilotStar NX which are well-recognised for their superior steering performance and an extended range of functionality for safe, comfortable and efficient steering. All system components have a modular mechanical design for simple installation in consoles, frames and steering stands. 

ComPilot 20
Turn-key solution for a simple, cost-efficient installation on board

ComPilot 20 is a customised steering stand that combines and integrates indication and operation units according to the classification and the owner’s requirements. The modular navigation hardware design permits the functional and economical adaption to any applicable specification. Due to their design, Anschütz ComPilot 20 steering stands are suitable for free-standing arrangements as well as space-saving integrations between desk arrangements. The ComPilot 20 system is delivered completely wired and tested, so that only the connection to the ship cabling must be done on board. 

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NautoSteer AS is an extremely comfortable and safe steering gear control system for any ship type.