Definition

Noun: - The science and technology of electronic systems and devices used in aviation and astronautics: Avionics refers to the field of engineering focused on the design, development, and application of electronic equipment for aircraft and spacecraft. This includes systems for communication, navigation, flight control, and monitoring.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • Modern aircraft rely heavily on advanced avionics for safe navigation.
  • She decided to specialize in avionics to work on spacecraft systems.
  • The course covers the fundamentals of avionics and flight instrumentation.

Advanced Usage

• "Integrated avionics": Refers to a system where multiple electronic functions (like navigation, communication, and display) are combined into a single, interconnected unit to improve efficiency and reduce weight.
  • The new fighter jet features a fully integrated avionics suite.

Variants and Related Words

• Avionic (adjective): Pertaining to avionics.
  • The technician performed an avionic system check.

Synonyms

• Aircraft electronics: Electronic systems specifically for aircraft.
• Aerospace electronics: Electronic systems for both atmospheric and space flight.

Related Phrases

• "Glass cockpit": A modern aircraft cockpit featuring electronic (avionic) flight instrument displays, rather than traditional analog dials and gauges.
  • Pilots transitioned from analog instruments to a fully digital glass cockpit.

Noun

1. science and technology of electronic systems and devices for aeronautics and astronautics
   • avionics has become even more important with the development of the space program