parabolic reflector

Noun

Meaning

a concave reflector used to produce a parallel beam when the source is placed at its focus or to focus an incoming parallel beam

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

paraboloid reflector reflector radio telescope dish antenna parabolic mirror dish aerial satellite dish satellite receiver dish antennae parabolic reflector assembly parabolic reflectors paraboloidal reflector dish satellite parabolic collector satellite dish receiver
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Hypernyms

reflector

Hyponyms

parabolic mirror

Examples

The signals are received via an outdoor parabolic reflector antenna usually referred to as a satellite dish and a low-noise block downconverter (LNB). Source: Internet

One potential method involves placing the hole at the focal point of a parabolic reflector attached to the ship, creating forward thrust. Source: Internet

The laser shines on a parabolic reflector on the underside of the vehicle that concentrates the light to produce a region of extremely high temperature. Source: Internet

The light had a parabolic reflector. Source: Internet

When used with a parabolic reflector or lens antenna, the phase center of the horn is usually placed at the focal point of the reflector, with the 3 dB points of the horn's radiation pattern set to be at the edge of the reflector. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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