directional system
[/daɪˈrekʃənəl ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: directional systems
sistema direcional
1. A set of methods, equipment, or procedures designed to indicate or control direction, orientation, or movement
The ship's directional system uses GPS and compass technology to maintain course.
O sistema direcional do navio utiliza tecnologia GPS e bússola para manter o rumo.
2. In navigation, a technology or method that helps determine which way to go or which direction something is facing
Modern vehicles rely on directional systems like turn signals and lane markers.
Veículos modernos dependem de sistemas direcionais como sinalizadores de mudança de faixa.
3. In broadcasting, a system for transmitting signals in a specific direction
The antenna's directional system focuses the radio signal toward a particular region.
O sistema direcional da antena concentra o sinal de rádio em uma região específica.
This term is primarily technical and used in Brazilian Portuguese in automotive, maritime, aviation, and telecommunications industries. It reflects the growing importance of navigation technology in both Brazil and the USA, with increased emphasis on GPS systems and electronic navigation since the early 2000s.
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