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retroreflector
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retroreflector [¦re·trō·ri′flek·tər]
(physics)
Any instrument used to cause reflected radiation to return along paths parallel to those of their corresponding incident rays; one type, the corner reflector, is an efficient radar target.


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Compact optical switching fabric: Fujitsu developed a folded optical switch fabric configuration whereby the input beam is reflected through a roof-type retro-reflector on its way to the output (see figure 2).
The Wavien Advanced Coupling technology uses a dual parabolic reflector and an off-axis retro-reflector to couple light to small targets.
Compact optical switching fabric: Fujitsu developed a folded optical switch fabric configuration whereby the input beam is reflected through a roof-type retro-reflector on its way to the output (see figure 2).
 
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