What is the duration of a short blast used in sound signaling?

The duration of a short blast used in sound signaling is defined as one second. This standard duration allows for a clear and concise communication method among vessels, ensuring that signals can be recognized and understood quickly and efficiently. In maritime communication, sound signals are critical for conveying navigational intentions, warnings, or distress situations.

A short blast is specifically used in various signaling scenarios, including indicating that a vessel is maneuvering, and the one-second duration helps to maintain a consistent and recognized form of communication across different vessels and maritime situations. Using a short blast for only one second also prevents confusion that might arise from longer sounds, as multiple short blasts can convey different meanings and intentions when used in sequence.