DocumentCode
1226960
Title
Omega
Author
Pierce, J.A.
Author_Institution
Harvard Univ., Cambridge, MA, USA
Volume
4
Issue
7
fYear
1989
fDate
7/1/1989 12:00:00 AM
Firstpage
4
Lastpage
13
Abstract
Omega is a navigation radio aid having worldwide coverage with good accuracy. By choosing among the phase-difference lines of position, much as with celestial navigation, high and uniform accuracy can be maintained. Omega is introduced by discussing its qualities. Geometry, propagation, lane identification, synchronization, secondary modes of operation, accuracy, receivers, and transmitter stations are covered.<>
Keywords
radionavigation; radiowave propagation; synchronisation; Omega; accuracy; celestial navigation; lane identification; navigation radio aid; phase-difference lines; propagation; receivers; secondary modes; synchronization; transmitter stations; Antenna measurements; Earth; Electronic equipment testing; Laboratories; Particle measurements; Phase measurement; RF signals; Radio frequency; Radio navigation; Research and development;
fLanguage
English
Journal_Title
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
Publisher
ieee
ISSN
0885-8985
Type
jour
DOI
10.1109/62.34731
Filename
34731
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