Autofocus

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000331",
  "term": "Autofocus",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A system in optical devices that automatically adjusts the lens to achieve sharp focus on a subject. It uses sensors to detect contrast or phase differences, then drives a motor to move the lens elements until the image is clear. This technology is common in cameras, microscopes, and industrial inspection equipment.",
  "synonyms": [
    "AF"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial electronics",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Autofokus",
    "es": "autofoco",
    "fr": "autofocus"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/autofocus/"
}