Menhir
Definition
Section titled “Definition”A vertical sentinel structure that combines orientation, public interaction, environmental sensing, communications, and local systems.
Crux usage
Section titled “Crux usage”The MenhirA vertical sentinel structure that combines orientation, public interaction, environmental sensing, communications, and local systems.Crux usage: The Crux Menhir is a 5.4-metre site marker and technology sentinel with a sensor crown, local compute and power, communications, NFC interaction, and an e-paper public interface.Open full definition is a 5.4-metre site marker and technology sentinel with a sensor crown, local compute and power, communications, NFCA short-range wireless technology that allows compatible devices or tags to exchange information when brought very close together.Crux usage: Crux uses NFC for Daymark taps, equipment identification, public interaction points, and locally initiated actions linked to Atlas.Open full definition interaction, and an e-paper public interface.
Context
Section titled “Context”Use for the designed Crux sentinel structure, while recognising that menhir is also a general archaeological term.
Aliases
Section titled “Aliases”Crux Menhir
Related terms
Section titled “Related terms”Crux Karoo Observatory · NFC · QR code · Crux Sensor Net
This entry is governed through the AtlasCrux’s governed operational intelligence system for interpreting system state, coordinating workflows, and presenting actions or decisions.Crux usage: Atlas connects engineering records, sensor data, communications, automation, evidence, and publishing. Material changes remain subject to validation rules and human approval.Open full definition Engineering System.