@article{Zalewski_2019, author = {Zalewski, Pawel}, title = {A Critical Analysis of IMO S-Mode Guidelines}, journal = {TransNav, the International Journal on Marine Navigation and Safety of Sea Transportation}, volume = {13}, number = {4}, pages = {841-846}, year = {2019}, url = {./Article_A_Critical_Analysis_of_IMO_S-Mode_Zalewski,52,962.html}, abstract = {Circular on â€sGuidelines for the Standardization of User Interface Design for Navigation Equipment”, commonly known as â€sS-Mode Guidelines”, has lately been approved by International Maritime Organisation. Its potential impact on default and common user settings of radar equipment, electronic chart display & information system, and integrated navigation system has been discussed in the article. Several issues that should be considered during technical implementation of the circular provisions and follow-up familiarization of navigators with the affected equipment have been identified.}, doi = {10.12716/1001.13.04.17}, issn = {2083-6473}, publisher = {Gdynia Maritime University, Faculty of Navigation}, keywords = {S-Mode, Radar Equipment, 1-2-3 Rule, International Maritime Organization (IMO), Watchkeeping, Critical Analysis, User Interface Design, Navigation Equipment} }