remote-controlled navigation

[rɪˈmoʊt kənˈtroʊld ˌnævɪˈɡeɪʃən]
nounpl: remote-controlled navigations
navegação controlada remotamente
1. The process of directing or guiding the movement of a vehicle, vessel, aircraft, or robotic device from a distance using electronic control signals or wireless technology
The submarine's remote-controlled navigation allowed operators on the surface to explore the ocean depths safely.
A navegação controlada remotamente do submarino permitiu que os operadores na superfície explorassem as profundezas do oceano com segurança.
2. In robotics and autonomous systems, the ability to steer and maneuver equipment without direct physical contact or presence
Drones use remote-controlled navigation to carry out surveillance missions in hazardous areas.
Os drones usam navegação controlada remotamente para realizar missões de vigilância em áreas perigosas.
This term has become increasingly important in Brazil and globally due to the growth in drone technology, autonomous vehicles, and deep-sea exploration. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'telecomando' (remote control) is widely understood, but the full phrase 'navegação controlada remotamente' is preferred in technical and professional documentation. The term reflects modern technological advancement and is commonly used in aerospace, maritime, and robotics industries throughout both Brazil and the USA.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
teleoperationremote operationwireless navigationdistance-controlled steering
Antonyms / Antônimos
manual navigationautonomous navigationdirect controlself-guided navigation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
navegação controlada remotamente
Standard technical term used in engineering and robotics fields
São Paulo
navegação por controle remoto
Alternative phrasing commonly used in industrial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
navegação a distância
Simplified variant used in general conversation
Portugal
navegação telecomandada
European Portuguese variant, commonly used in military and maritime contexts

Related Words

remote controltelemetryautonomous vehiclerobotic controlwireless technologyGPS navigation

Related Idioms & Phrases

control from afar
pilot from a distance
steer by remote
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