Definitions
- A device used to steer a boat or ship. - Referring to the vertical blade at the stern of a boat that can be turned to change the direction of the vessel. - Talking about the mechanism that controls the movement of the rudder.
- A lever used to steer a boat or ship. - Referring to the horizontal bar attached to the rudder of a boat that can be turned to change the direction of the vessel. - Talking about the mechanism that connects the tiller to the rudder and allows it to move.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are used to steer boats or ships.
- 2Both involve changing the direction of the vessel.
- 3Both are located at the stern of the boat.
- 4Both require physical manipulation by the operator.
- 5Both are essential components of a boat's steering system.
What is the difference?
- 1Shape: Rudder is a vertical blade while tiller is a horizontal bar.
- 2Location: Rudder is attached to the stern of the boat while tiller is attached to the rudder.
- 3Function: Rudder is the primary steering device while tiller is the mechanism that connects the rudder to the operator.
- 4Size: Rudder is typically larger than tiller.
- 5Usage: Rudder is used for larger boats and ships while tiller is used for smaller boats and vessels.
Remember this!
Rudder and tiller are both devices used to steer boats or ships. However, the difference between them lies in their shape, location, function, size, and usage. The rudder is a vertical blade located at the stern of the boat and is the primary steering device, while the tiller is a horizontal bar attached to the rudder that connects it to the operator and is typically used for smaller boats and vessels.
