Amplitude-modulated Indicator

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Amplitude-modulated Indicator

One of two general classes of radar indicators, in which the sweep of the electron beam is deflected vertically or horizontally from a base line to indicate the existence of an

echo from a target. The amount of deflection is usually a function of the echo signal strength. Also called deflection-modulated indicator . Compare intensity modulated indicator. [[/A>|/A> ]]

References

This article is based on NASA's Dictionary of Technical Terms for Aerospace Use