Accession Number:

AD0481366

Title:

AIRBORNE OMEGA RECEIVER.

Descriptive Note:

Interim rept. no. 4,

Corporate Author:

NAVAL RESEARCH LAB WASHINGTON DC

Personal Author(s):

• Lampkin, R. J.
• Leonard, T. E.
• Thornhill, A. F.

Report Date:

1961-06-15

Pagination or Media Count:

11.0

Abstract:

Techniques for the Omega navigation system are being developed to permit its use in aircraft. Omega utilizes a hyperbolic grid of isophase lines established by VLF transmitters. It is characterized by very long range capability and potentially high accuracy. This report is concerned with progress on the airborne receiver.

Descriptors:

• *RADIO RECEIVERS
• *HYPERBOLIC NAVIGATION
• AIRBORNE
• VERY LOW FREQUENCY
• AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT
• PHASE MEASUREMENT
• MECHANICAL DRAWING

Subject Categories:

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE