signal system
[/ˈsɪɡnəl ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: signal systems
sistema de sinais
1. A coordinated set of signals used to communicate information or control operations in transportation, communications, or industrial contexts
The railway signal system controls train movements and prevents collisions.
O sistema de sinais da ferrovia controla os movimentos dos trens e previne colisões.
2. A network of devices that transmit, receive, and process signals for communication purposes
The new signal system improved traffic flow in the downtown area.
O novo sistema de sinais melhorou o fluxo de tráfego na área do centro.
3. In telecommunications, a structured method of encoding and transmitting information over communication channels
The signal system uses digital encoding to ensure data accuracy.
O sistema de sinais utiliza codificação digital para garantir a precisão dos dados.
In Brazilian transportation contexts, signal systems are critical infrastructure for urban mobility. The term 'sistema de sinais' is widely understood in traffic management, particularly in major cities like São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro where coordinated traffic control is essential. In Portugal, the emphasis is often placed on 'sinalizacao' (signalization) as a broader concept encompassing visual and auditory signals in public safety contexts.
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