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Beam Width: The angular width of a radar beam between half-power points. See lobe.

Horizontal Beam Width: The beam width of the radar pulse measured in the horizontal plane. The size of which determines the radar resolution. The smaller the horizontal beam width the better the resolution in bear . . . View Full Definition

Vertical Beam Width: The beam width of the radar pulse measured in the vertical plane. Most radar units have a vertical beam width of 20 to 25 degrees.

Post-And-Beam: A basic building method that uses just a few hefty posts and beams to support an entire structure. Contrasts with stud framing.

On The Beam: A leftover phrase from ADCOCK Radio Range days still means the same thing today—'You are headed in the right direction,' as when you you hear a steady broadcast tone beamed from your target . . . View Full Definition

Pulse Width Modulation (PWM): Is a way of simulating an analog output by varying high and low signals at intervals proportional to the value.

Spot Beam: A spot beam is a satellite transmission that is focused on a specific area within the footprint, or broadcast area, of the satellite. Both DISH Network and directv use spot beams to increas . . . View Full Definition

Under The Sunbeams: Said of a planet that is within 17° of the Sun but out of conjunction orb.

Tail Beam: A relatively short beam or joist supported in a wall on one end and by a header at the other.

Jim Beam: Jim Beam is a brand of bourbon whiskey, distilled in Clermont, Kentucky