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high focal plane buoy
high focal plane buoy
Floating beacon whose light is especially high above the surface of the water.
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waterline
ladder
For accessing the components at the top of the tubular structure.
ladders and stepladders
tubular structure
Columnar part of the superstructure that supports the day- and nightmarks and keeps them above the water.
daymark
Navigation aid that is visible by day only; it displays various colors and signage.
photovoltaic panel
Device that converts solar energy into electricity to power the light.
radar reflector
Metal part that reflects ships’ radar signals so they can locate the buoy.
light
Encoded light beam that serves as a navigation aid at night.