By contrast, the hallmark of Chinese seafaring in 1402 was a motley collection of shallow-draft cargo junks that seldom ventured more than a mile or two from friendly shores.

相比之下，1402年中国的航海实力，只有一些鱼龙混杂的浅底货船，都不敢到一两英里开外的睦邻海岸出海。

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Our vessels can transport a wider array of cargo, access a larger number of ports due to their shallow draft and onboard crane equipment, and have historically achieved greater charter rate stability.

我们的船能够运输很大范围的货物，因为吃水浅并自带有吊车设备能够适合进入很多的港口，而且历史证明我们具有稳定的租船费率。

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Shallow draft centerboard vs. deep fixed keel - trailerable vs. launched by boatyard.

浅吃水的活动船板帆船 vs 深吃水的固定龙骨船？ 可用拖车载运的船 vs 要拴在船坞上的船？

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With these shallow-draft boats, known as Zodiacs, you can visit penguin rookeries, scientific research stations and historic sites, and also go on "Zodiac cruises" through fields of beautiful icebergs.

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