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optical sensing [1 record]

Record 1 2003-12-03

English

Subject field(s)
  • Remote Sensing
  • Spacecraft
DEF

The science and techniques of using optical [systems as sensors].

CONT

In the broadest context, the field of optical sensing includes both imaging and nonimaging sensors. The imaging category includes both proximity sensing and remote sensing; it encompasses all of the technology activity in charge-coupled device (CCD) focal plane arrays, for example ... Further examination of the publication data indicates that optical sensing involving fiber constitutes almost 93% of the work on nonimaging sensors.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Télédétection
  • Engins spatiaux
DEF

Science et techniques intervenant dans l'utilisation des systèmes optiques comme capteurs.

Spanish

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