Binnacle

: These spheres act as "compensators" to neutralize the magnetic interference from the ship’s own hull.

One of the most recognizable designs is the Kelvin-White binnacle, which features two distinctive iron spheres—often called "Navigator’s Balls" or Flinders bars. binnacle

: The aesthetic of the binnacle has even influenced luxury goods, such as the Bernhardt Binnacle series of watches, reflecting its status as a symbol of precision and exploration. : These spheres act as "compensators" to neutralize