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A propeller mounted transversely in the forefoot (and sometimes the stern) of a vessel to push the vessel sideways. It can be used during docking maneuvers instead of a tug.
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Small propellor mounted sideways in the bow to aid manoeuverability.
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a device for steering the bow of a large vessel when maneuvering near piers and in close quarters
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A propeller used to provide a transverse thrust to the bow of a ship and to assist movement in confined spaces.
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a small propeller situated in an athwartship tunnel in the underwater hull of a ship; usually located near the bow, the side thrust created by the running propeller improves manoeuvrability, especially during berthing
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A bow thruster, also known as a tunnel thruster, is a thruster built into the bow of a ship to enhance its maneuverability. Usually, a bow thruster is just a tunnel below the waterline through the bow. An impeller in the tunnel can create thrust to both ways which makes the ship turn.
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