situational awareness

Definitions

1. 1

   The perception and comprehension of one’s environment as a whole, including peripheral or…

   The perception and comprehension of one’s environment as a whole, including peripheral or less obvious cues, maintained as an ongoing process of monitoring, interpreting, and anticipating developments, especially in contexts requiring safety or rapid decision-making.

2. 2

   The ability to perceive and comprehend one’s surroundings and to anticipate potential…

   The ability to perceive and comprehend one’s surroundings and to anticipate potential changes, regarded as a skill that can be developed, particularly in occupations involving danger or high responsibility.

   • Infa-red, thermal-imaging sighting systems; thermal binoculars; strategic satellite communication links; tactical communication networks and an organic electronic situational awareness package.

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