sensor precision

[ˈsɛnsər prɪˈsɪʒən]
nounfemininepl: precisões de sensor
precisão do sensor
1. The degree of accuracy and exactness with which a sensor can measure or detect physical quantities, values, or changes in its environment
The sensor precision of this device allows it to detect temperature variations of 0.1 degrees Celsius.
A precisão do sensor deste dispositivo permite detectar variações de temperatura de 0,1 grau Celsius.
2. The ability of a sensor to consistently produce reliable and repeatable measurements with minimal error or deviation
High sensor precision is critical in medical equipment to ensure accurate patient monitoring.
Alta precisão do sensor é crítica em equipamentos médicos para garantir monitoramento preciso do paciente.
3. The technical specification that defines the smallest unit of measurement a sensor can reliably detect
The pressure sensor has a precision of ±0.5 PSI, making it suitable for industrial applications.
O sensor de pressão tem uma precisão de ±0,5 PSI, tornando-o adequado para aplicações industriais.
This is a technical term commonly used in engineering, manufacturing, and scientific contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian industries, the term 'precisão do sensor' is standardized in technical documentation and specifications. The concept is particularly important in quality control, automotive manufacturing, and healthcare technology sectors where precise measurements are critical for safety and compliance.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
sensor accuracymeasurement precisionsensor resolutiondetection accuracycalibration precision
Antonyms / Antônimos
sensor errormeasurement uncertaintysensor deviationinaccuracy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
precisão do sensor
Standard term used in technical and scientific contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
precisão do sensor / exatidão do sensor
Both terms are widely used in industrial and technology sectors
Rio de Janeiro
precisão do sensor
Common in engineering and technical documentation
Portugal
precisão do sensor
Identical terminology used in European Portuguese technical documentation

Related Words

sensor calibrationsensor tolerancesensor sensitivitymeasurement uncertaintyinstrumental errorrepeatability

Related Idioms & Phrases

within sensor precision
beyond sensor precision
sensor precision limits
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