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Radar Range Equation
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The relation between the maximum range Rmax at which a point target is detectable
and the properties of the radar and the target
Rmax = [(PA2λ2σ)/(4π)3Smin)]1/4
where P is the transmitted power of the radar; λ is its wavelength; σ is the scattering cross section of the target; A is the antenna gain; and Smin is the threshold signal. [[/a>|/a> ]]
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This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use
