Parabolic Reflector

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Parabolic Reflector

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A reflecting surface having the cross section along the axis in the shape of a parabola. See corner reflector, radar reflector, scanner. </dd>
Parallel rays striking the reflector are brought to a focus at a point, or if the source of the rays is placed at the focus, the reflected rays are parallel. [[/a>|/a> ]]

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