noun
- Plural of altimetry; the measurement of altitude or height, especially using instruments such as altimeters or radar.
Usage: technical; often used in aviation, geography, and satellite remote sensing
Examples
- The aircraft's altimetries were checked before takeoff to ensure accurate readings.
- Satellite altimetries provide precise data about ocean surface heights.
- Modern GPS systems rely on multiple altimetries to determine exact elevation.
- The pilot reviewed the altimetries on the instrument panel during descent.
- Researchers use radar altimetries to map terrain in remote regions.