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What is the primary purpose of airborne search radar?

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To detect and track airborne and surface targets.

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True or False: Airborne search radar can only detect targets at sea.

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False

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What does the term ‘range’ refer to in the context of radar?

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The distance from the radar to the target.

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Fill in the blank: Airborne search radar uses __________ to determine the position of targets.

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radio waves

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What are the two main types of airborne search radar?

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Pulse radar and continuous wave radar.

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Multiple Choice: Which function does NOT belong to airborne search radar? A) Target detection B) Target tracking C) Weather forecasting

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C) Weather forecasting

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What is the significance of the radar display?

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It provides visual indications of detected targets and their positions.

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True or False: Airborne search radar can provide altitude information of targets.

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True

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What is a radar ‘sweep’?

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The movement of the radar beam across the search area.

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What does ‘clutter’ refer to in radar terminology?

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Unwanted echoes that can obscure the desired targets.

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Fill in the blank: __________ is used to enhance the visibility of targets in radar displays.

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Signal processing

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What is the function of the radar control panel?

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To allow operators to adjust radar settings and parameters.

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Multiple Choice: Which control adjusts the sensitivity of the radar? A) Gain B) Range C) Mode

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A) Gain

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What does the term ‘azimuth’ mean in radar operation?

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The angle of the radar beam relative to true north.

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True or False: Airborne search radar can only operate in clear weather conditions.

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False

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What is the role of the radar operator?

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To monitor radar displays and make decisions based on the information provided.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ function allows the radar to filter out unwanted signals.

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noise reduction

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What is the importance of ‘tracking’ in airborne search radar?

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To follow the movement of targets over time.

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Multiple Choice: What does the ‘range gate’ control? A) Target identification B) Signal strength C) The distance at which targets are detected

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C) The distance at which targets are detected

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What is the purpose of ‘scan patterns’ in radar operation?

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To systematically search a designated area for targets.

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True or False: The radar’s operational mode can be switched between search and track.

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True

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What does the ‘echo’ refer to in radar systems?

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The reflected signal received back from a target.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ display shows the relative position of multiple targets.

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situational awareness

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What is the function of the 'range scale' on a radar display?
To indicate the distance of targets from the radar.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a radar indication of a target? A) Echo return B) Temperature C) Wind speed
A) Echo return
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True or False: Airborne search radar does not require line of sight to detect targets.
True
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What is the term for the maximum distance at which a radar can detect targets?
Max range
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Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of determining the exact position of a target using radar.
Target localization
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What does 'Doppler effect' refer to in radar technology?
The change in frequency of the radar signal due to target movement.
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Multiple Choice: Which feature allows for the identification of different types of targets? A) Target classification B) Gain adjustment C) Range setting
A) Target classification
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What is the purpose of 'automatic gain control' in radar systems?
To maintain consistent signal levels regardless of target distance.
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True or False: The radar can operate effectively in both day and night conditions.
True
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What is the role of 'signal processing' in radar operation?
To enhance and extract useful information from received signals.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ function helps to minimize the effects of weather on radar performance.
weather filtering
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What is the significance of 'pulse width' in radar systems?
It affects the resolution and detection capability of the radar.
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Multiple Choice: What does the term 'target lock' mean? A) Radar is turned off B) Radar is following a specific target C) Radar is in standby mode
B) Radar is following a specific target
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What is the function of 'interference rejection' in airborne radar?
To filter out signals from other sources that may disrupt target detection.
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True or False: Airborne search radar does not require calibration.
False
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What does the 'bearing' indicate in radar operations?
The direction of a target relative to the radar.
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Fill in the blank: __________ is the term used for the time it takes for the radar signal to travel to the target and back.
Pulse travel time
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What is the purpose of the 'stabilization' feature in airborne radar?
To maintain accurate tracking of targets despite aircraft movements.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of airborne search radar? A) Navigation B) Target detection C) Surveillance
A) Navigation
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True or False: Airborne search radar can be used for both military and civilian applications.
True
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What is the importance of 'resolution' in radar systems?
It determines the ability to distinguish between closely spaced targets.
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Fill in the blank: The radar's __________ mode allows for continuous tracking of a single target.
tracking
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What does the 'scan rate' refer to in radar operation?
The speed at which the radar beam sweeps across the search area.
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Multiple Choice: What type of radar is used primarily for long-range detection? A) Short-range radar B) Airborne radar C) Ground-based radar
B) Airborne radar
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What is the significance of 'target history' in radar systems?
It allows operators to understand the movement patterns of targets over time.
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True or False: Airborne search radar can only operate at low altitudes.
False
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What does the 'alert' function in radar systems do?
Notifies operators of potential threats or targets.
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Fill in the blank: __________ is the term for the minimum detectable signal level in radar systems.
Threshold
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What is the purpose of 'multi-target tracking' in airborne radar?
To simultaneously track multiple targets within the radar coverage area.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors can affect radar performance? A) Weather B) Terrain C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
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True or False: Airborne search radar is only used in military aircraft.
False
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What is the role of 'data fusion' in radar systems?
To combine information from multiple sensors for improved situational awareness.
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Fill in the blank: The __________ function allows for the adjustment of radar frequency.
frequency tuning
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What does 'tracking accuracy' refer to in radar systems?
The precision with which the radar can determine a target's location.
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Multiple Choice: Which type of radar is best suited for detecting small, fast-moving targets? A) Long-range radar B) Pulse Doppler radar C) Continuous wave radar
B) Pulse Doppler radar
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True or False: Airborne search radar can provide real-time data to operators.
True
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What is the significance of 'radar cross-section'?
It measures how detectable an object is by radar.
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Fill in the blank: __________ is the process of adjusting radar parameters to optimize performance in different environments.
Tuning
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What does the 'target acquisition' function do in radar systems?
Identifies and confirms the presence of a target.
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Multiple Choice: Which aspect of radar technology allows it to detect targets in poor visibility conditions? A) Use of infrared B) Radio wave propagation C) Optical sensors
B) Radio wave propagation

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