inertial reference
"Inertial reference" can refer to a fundamental concept in physics or a critical system in navigation and aviation.
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Definition
C1Navigation
(technical, aviation)A system in aircraft and other vehicles that uses sensors to determine position, velocity, and orientation.
Example
- The inertial reference system provides critical data to the aircraft's navigation and control systems.
C1Physics
(technical, academic)A coordinate system where an object remains at rest or moves at a constant velocity unless acted upon by an external force.
Example
- In an inertial reference frame, a spacecraft will continue to drift in space unless thrusters are fired.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "inertial reference":
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