remote detection

[rɪˈmoʊt dɪˈtɛkʃən]
nounpl: remote detections
detecção remota
1. The identification or discovery of an object, substance, or phenomenon from a distance without direct physical contact, typically using specialized sensors or instruments
Remote detection of aircraft using radar technology allows air traffic control centers to monitor flight paths from hundreds of kilometers away.
A detecção remota de aeronaves usando tecnologia de radar permite que os centros de controle de tráfego aéreo monitorem as trajetórias de voo de centenas de quilômetros de distância.
2. In scientific and technical contexts, the use of sensors to gather information about objects or areas without physically reaching them
Remote detection systems in satellite imagery help scientists monitor environmental changes and deforestation patterns.
Os sistemas de detecção remota em imagens de satélite ajudam cientistas a monitorar mudanças ambientais e padrões de desmatamento.
3. The capability to sense or identify something at a distance using electronic, optical, thermal, or other non-contact methods
The new security system uses remote detection to identify intruders without triggering alarms.
O novo sistema de segurança usa detecção remota para identificar intrusos sem disparar alarmes.
Remote detection is a crucial term in Brazilian and Portuguese environmental science, particularly in monitoring Amazon deforestation and climate change. In the USA, it's widely used in military, aerospace, and surveillance industries. The term reflects modern technological advancement and is increasingly important in climate science discussions globally.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
remote sensingdistance detectionnon-contact detectionlong-range detectiontelemetry
Antonyms / Antônimos
direct detectioncontact detectionclose-range detectionphysical detection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
detecção remota
Standard term used in technical and scientific contexts across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
detecção remota
No significant regional variation; technical terminology remains consistent
São Paulo
detecção remota
Preferred in industrial and technology sectors; sometimes 'sensoriamento remoto' in environmental contexts
Portugal
detecção remota / deteção remota
Portuguese spelling variation 'deteção' is used; 'teledetecção' is also acceptable

Related Words

remote sensingradarsatellite imagerysensor technologythermal imagingsonarinfrared detectionsurveillance

Related Idioms & Phrases

keeping tabs from a distance
eyes in the sky
long-distance monitoring
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