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Astronautics Vocabulary : capteur

The Astronautics Vocabulary is a glossary of terms that pertain to the science and technology of spaceflight. This alphabetical list can be navigated by clicking on the letters A-Z displayed on this page.

Definition of sensor

Translation:
capteur
Definition:
Mechanical devices that collect information, usually in storable form, about objects or scenes while at some distance from them. Some, notably the camera, utilize visible light energy; others use different types of energy.
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