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corner reflector [′kȯr·nər ri′flek·tər] (electromagnetism) An antenna consisting of two conducting surfaces intersecting at an angle that is usually 90°, with a dipole or other antenna located on the bisector of the angle. (optics) A reflector which returns a laser beam in the direction of its source, consisting of perpendicular reflecting surfaces; used to make precise determinations of distances in surveying. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| For added versatility, 90[degrees] elbows, corner reflectors and side reflectors are available for close mounting near walls, doors and corners. On top of the dune buggy is a radar corner reflector, a sort of cap made of sheet metal that makes the tiny, tube-framed dune buggy look as big as an armored tank to the bomber's radar. |
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