goniometer
9.9
A tool that finds the direction of incoming radio signals
- noun
- /ˌɡoʊniˈɑːmɪtər/
- Specialized
:
goniómetro
- The technician used the goniometer to accurately measure the angle of the incoming radio signals.
Examples
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For radio direction-finding, a goniometer is essential to determine the origin of the signals.
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Using a goniometer, the engineers analyzed the angular direction of the radio waves to improve communication.
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The six-axis ACTOR robot allows for automatic crystal transport, orientation, and retrieval from a magazine in the dewar to either goniometer.
Academic text (2004)
Synonyms
1
6.5
A device that shows which direction a radio signal comes from
measures angular bearing more precisely for technical direction finding
6.5
A device that shows direction by receiving radio signals
measures angular bearing more precisely than devices made mainly for navigation
How Directional
directional antenna
1
5.8
- Specialized
1
5.8
goniometer
- Specialized
direction finder
1
6.5
- Specialized
1
6.5
antenna
96
3.7
- US
96
3.7
Surface Forms
goniometer singular
goniometers plural
Morphology
Etymology
The word goniometer comes from Greek parts goni 'angle' and -meter 'measure'. That's why radio engineers use a goniometer to measure the angle of incoming signals and so find their direction.