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What is the purpose of SONAR?
What is the purpose of SONAR?
What is the function of the transmitter in SONAR?
What is the function of the transmitter in SONAR?
Where are the transmitter and receiver of SONAR typically fitted?
Where are the transmitter and receiver of SONAR typically fitted?
Study Notes
SONAR Basics
- The primary purpose of SONAR (Sound Navigation and Ranging) is to detect and locate objects underwater, such as submarines, fish, and other underwater targets, by emitting sound waves and measuring the time it takes for them to bounce back.
Transmitter Function
- The transmitter in SONAR is responsible for generating and sending out high-frequency sound waves into the water.
Transmitter and Receiver Location
- Typically, the transmitter and receiver of SONAR are fitted to the hull of a ship or a submarine, with the transmitter usually located on the bottom of the hull and the receiver placed nearby.
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Test your knowledge about SONAR, a sound navigation and ranging system used on boats and ships. Learn about its components, including the transmitter and receiver.
