off-axis

off-axisadjective
Used to describe objects or directions that are not aligned with a central axis; frequently functions attributively (e.g., off-axis telescope).
Traductions
hors axeTechnique, surtout en optique.
An off-axis mirror eliminates the central obstruction found in conventional reflecting telescopes.
Un miroir hors axe élimine l'obstruction centrale que l'on trouve dans les télescopes réfléchissants conventionnels.
Traductions supplémentaires
décentréSens général ou technique selon le contexte.
Définitions
Situated, moving, or directed away from the central axis of an object, system, or beam.
An off-axis mirror eliminates the central obstruction found in conventional reflecting telescopes.
off-axisadverb
Traductions
hors axeTechnique, surtout en optique.
The laser beam was intentionally aimed slightly off-axis to avoid damaging the sensor.
Le faisceau laser a été volontairement dirigé légèrement hors axe pour éviter d'endommager le capteur.
Définitions
Away from or not along the central axis.
The laser beam was intentionally aimed slightly off-axis to avoid damaging the sensor.