Rudder
part · 100 · Ancient world
A pivoting plate for steering a ship.
Principles and materials it uses
- Lever — uses. The rudder blade is turned by a tiller, which is a lever.
- Wood — is made of. A rudder is a wooden blade.
Where it is used
- Sailing ship — is part of. A steering wheel.
What it is a kind of
- Sternpost rudder — includes. A kind of rudder.