What defines the phenomenon of falsely perceived motion?

The phenomenon of falsely perceived motion is best defined by the concept of induced motion. This occurs when an observer perceives movement in one object as a result of the relative motion of another object. For instance, when you're stationary in a vehicle and another vehicle moves past you, it can appear as though your own vehicle is moving, causing a misperception of movement. This is particularly relevant in aviation, where a pilot may feel as though the aircraft is moving differently than it actually is due to visual cues from the environment.

Induced motion highlights how our visual system integrates information from various sources, often leading to illusions of motion that can affect spatial awareness and orientation. In contrast, aspects like integration of visual inputs and confused orientation relate more to how we process and understand our environment rather than the specific misperception of motion itself. Changes in the flight path also pertain to actual movement rather than a misperception by the observer. Thus, induced motion specifically encapsulates the essence of falsely perceived motion in the context given.