探测 (tàn cè): to probe; to survey

Scientists used a probe to conduct a detailed exploration of the Martian surface and discovered traces of ancient riverbeds.

Police used high-tech equipment to detect whether explosives were buried underground, ensuring the safety of the venue.

Doctors use ultrasound to probe the condition of a patient's internal organs in order to make an accurate diagnosis.

The geological team explored the valley for three months and finally found abundant geothermal resources.

This new type of radar can detect aircraft five hundred kilometers away, greatly improving air defense capabilities.