TBWG Marine Software

The programs listed below were developed and tested on the sailing vessel True Love.  If you have any questions, please contact Bill Stockton.

Chart Generation Programs

• ChartAid - Generates Georeferenced Raster and Photo Charts using Google Maps

HF Radio Programs

• NTIA/ITS - In order to use the programs listed below, the complete set of HF Propagation Models from NTIA/ITS must be installed on your computer.

• ConnectAid - Assists the connection process for the AirMail program (via HAM or SailMail)
• PropagationAid - Predicts best times to connect to distant stations based on HF propagation
• SoundDetector - Automates the connection process for the AirMail program (via HAM or SailMail)

Electronic Instruments Programs using NMEA 0183 Interface

• AIS Receiver - Provides received signal level information for Automatic Identification System (AIS) Targets
• InstrumentAid - Provides strip chart recorder display and performance polar plot for navigation instruments
• PilotAid - Provides interface between electronic navigation softare and auto pilot
• PortAid - Allows sharing of comm port data between hardware and software (virtual) ports
• TimeSetter - Sets ship's computer time using GPS time
• WindTracker - Tracks apparent or true wind to provide wind vane function for electronic autopilots

Vista and Windows 7 Programs

• CommPort - Provides serial port testing (similar to HyperTerminal)
• WifiAid - Provides WIFI monitoring and connecting to Open Hot Spots

Other Cruising Programs

• Scheduler - Provides audio and visual reminder for time or interval