altimeter

noun

al·tim·e·ter | \ al-ˈti-mə-tər

, ˈal-tə-ˌmē-tər

Definition of altimeter

: an instrument for measuring altitude especially : an aneroid barometer designed to register changes in atmospheric pressure accompanying changes in altitude

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Instinct comes with a 3-axis compass, barometric altimeter, and multiple global navigation satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS and Galileo). — Dani Deahl, The Verge, "The Garmin Instinct is a rugged smartwatch for outdoor activities," 11 Oct. 2018 Like its predecessor, ICESat-2 is a laser altimeter that can very precisely map surface elevations. — Scott K. Johnson, Ars Technica, "ICESat-2 successfully starts lasering Earth, telling us about it," 5 Oct. 2018 Instead of reacting to the weather, prepare for it with this waterproof watch that features a storm alarm, weather-predicting barometer, thermometer, altimeter, and compass. — Janna Irons, Outside Online, "Essential Gear for Road-Trip Season," 23 Apr. 2018 The two-year survey used small Twin Otter planes, sensors detecting gravity and magnetism, as well as radar and laser altimeter tools. — David Grossman, Popular Mechanics, "Three Giant Antarctic Valleys Found Hidden Under Ice," 25 May 2018 The estate originally encompassed about 24 acres, but was later expanded to its current size by Paul Kollsman, inventor of the altimeter, during his decades of ownership. — Roger Vincent, latimes.com, "Paul Allen puts a $150-million price on storied acreage in Beverly Crest," 11 July 2018 While the radar altimeter displays the height of the landing gear above the ground, things are happening too fast to use it in the flare. — John Cox, USA TODAY, "Ask the Captain: It takes skill to make a smooth landing," 20 May 2018 Northwestern, the first team to proceed, unfortunately was disqualified after their altimeter failed and did not record the altitude. — Scientific American, "The 2017 Alka-Rocket Challenge Wrap Up," 10 Nov. 2017 With a combination of high-resolution cameras, stereo images, altimeters, and spectrometers, Mars Express has revealed Mars in new and fascinating ways. — Eric Berger, Ars Technica, "Mars Express has revealed the Red Planet in stunning new ways," 1 June 2018

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