Noun
autonav (uncountable)
(science fiction) automatic navigation
After initial acquisition, Autonav keeps the subject in frame, even commandeering the spacecraft's attitude control. Source: Internet
Most problems were in identifying objects that were too dim, or were difficult to identify because of brighter objects causing diffraction spikes and reflections in the camera, causing Autonav to misidentify targets. Source: Internet
The Autonav system can also be used in reverse, tracking the position of bodies relative to the spacecraft. Source: Internet
The Autonav system required occasional manual corrections. Source: Internet
The use of Autonav reduces mission cost and DSN demands. Source: Internet