File this one under issues I have with new robotics jargon:
I have just recently started to hear the word "piloting" used as a noun to describe the relative alignment and fitup of mating components in an assembly. All instances were in reference to excellent, excellent VexPro parts.
Merriam-Webster and
the OED don't include this particular usage. A Google search for
"perfect piloting" lists a VexPro part in the top-10 results; all other top results were in reference to the steering and navigation of ships and aircraft.
Now, I'm not a prescriptive grammarian, but is this a new development in engineering language, or have people been saying this for a while?
Some examples:
Part description for the
VersaPlanetary gearbox:
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...these plates are custom designed for each motor to provide perfect piloting and high efficiency.
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Part description for the
HTD VersaPulleys:
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...include the VersaKey mounting system for effortless piloting to VEXpro wheels or VersaHubs
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