closest points of approach

A form of closest point of approach — An estimated point in which the distance between two objects, of which at least one is in motion, will reach its minimum value; abbreviated CPA. The estimate is used to evaluate the risk of a collision of e.g. two ships.

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noun
  1. pluralplural of closest point of approach
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