spatial accuracy
[ˈspeɪʃəl ækˈjurəsi]
noun
precisão espacial
1. The degree to which the position, location, or geometric representation of objects or features in space corresponds to their true or reference locations
The GPS device maintains spatial accuracy within 5 meters.
O dispositivo GPS mantém precisão espacial dentro de 5 metros.
2. In cartography and GIS, the exactness with which map coordinates match actual ground positions
Satellite imagery must meet high spatial accuracy standards for urban planning.
As imagens de satélite devem atender a padrões elevados de precisão espacial para planejamento urbano.
3. In cognitive science, the precision with which an organism can locate objects or navigate in physical space
The study measured spatial accuracy in children's ability to locate hidden objects.
O estudo mediu a precisão espacial na capacidade das crianças de localizar objetos escondidos.
The term 'spatial accuracy' is predominantly used in technical, scientific, and academic contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. It gained prominence with advances in GPS technology, remote sensing, and GIS applications. In Brazil, it is frequently used in urban planning, environmental monitoring, and agricultural technology sectors. The concept is language-neutral in technical documentation, with the Portuguese translation being widely standardized across both Brazilian and European Portuguese technical communities.
Related Idioms & Phrases
within acceptable spatial accuracy
spatial accuracy requirements
spatial accuracy assessment
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