Tropospheric scatter
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009819
A phenomenon where radio waves are scattered by irregularities in the refractive index of the troposphere, allowing for beyond-line-of-sight communication. This scattering enables signals to be received at distances greater than the optical horizon. Tropospheric scatter communication systems operate in the UHF and microwave frequency bands.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009819 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| Synonyms | troposcatter |
Record as JSON
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