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Daymark Shape (DKS)

DGIF baseline 2026-1, the latest. Earlier baselines: timemap.

RDF: dks.ttl

Name

daymarkShape

Datatype

Enumeration

Definition

The distinctive shape of a daymark.

Description

A daymark is a maritime beacon consisting of an unlighted panel of adequate viewing area to be seen at the required distance and having a distinctive shape, colour and/or number that serve to facilitate its recognition against a daylight viewing background.

Accepted

2013-10-18

Defined by

DFDD

Values

• DKS_1 Rectangle
• DKS_2 Square
• DKS_3 Triangle
• DKS_4 Cage
• DKS_5 Diamond
• DKS_6 Circular
• DKS_7 Trapezoidal

Used by

• BC010 Maritime Navigation Beacon
• BC041 Maritime Navigation Light Support

Source: DGIF 2026-1 QEA model, DGIWG. Standard: DGIWG 206-3. Licence: CC BY 4.0, © DGIWG.