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telemetry

/təˈlɛmətri/
remote measurement and transmission of data

The satellite's telemetry system sends real-time data to mission control.

This shows how telemetry is used to monitor a satellite's status from a distance.


Technology
technical

The automatic recording and transmission of data from remote sources to receiving equipment for monitoring and analysis.

Engineers use telemetry to track the performance of spacecraft during missions.

This demonstrates telemetry's role in space exploration.

Medical telemetry monitors a patient's vital signs remotely.

This shows telemetry's application in healthcare.

Often used in aerospace, automotive, and medical fields.

Collocations

telemetry datainformation collected through telemetrytelemetry systema setup for remote data collection

Synonyms

remote monitoringdata transmissionwireless measurement

Antonyms

local measurementmanual data collection

Related Phrases

real-time telemetryphrase
data transmitted and received instantly
telemetry downlinkphrase
the process of sending data from a remote source to a receiver

Pro Tip

Technical Context

Telemetry is often used in fields requiring remote data collection, like aerospace or medicine.

Gold Rule

Precision

Telemetry systems must be highly accurate to ensure reliable data transmission.

Word Origin

From Greek 'tele' (far) + 'metron' (measure). Coined in the 20th century for remote data collection.

Usage Notes

Common in technical contexts, especially aerospace and healthcare.

Word Breakdown

tele-
far
prefix
+
-metry
measurement
suffix
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