backscatter
v. scatter radiation by atoms of the medium through which it passes n. deflection of nuclear particles or deviation of radiation in a scattering procedure through angles greater than ninety degrees; radiation or particles deflected in this manner | ||||
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Backscatter Definition from Government Dictionaries & Glossaries
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backscatter
Refers to a portion of the laser energy that is scattered back in the direction of the seeker by an obscurant. See also laser. (JP 3-09.1)
Refers to a portion of the laser energy that is scattered back in the direction of the seeker by an obscurant. See also laser. (JP 3-09.1)
Backscatter Definition from Language, Idioms & Slang Dictionaries & Glossaries
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backscatter
Verb
1. scatter (radiation) by the atoms of the medium through which it passes
(hypernym) break up, disperse, scatter
(classification) physics, physical science, natural philosophy
Verb
1. scatter (radiation) by the atoms of the medium through which it passes
(hypernym) break up, disperse, scatter
(classification) physics, physical science, natural philosophy
Backscatter Definition from Science & Technology Dictionaries & Glossaries
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BACKSCATTER
A radar echo that is reflected, or scattered, at 180 degrees to the direction of the incident wave. Also the scattering of radiant energy into space before it reaches the earth's surface.
A radar echo that is reflected, or scattered, at 180 degrees to the direction of the incident wave. Also the scattering of radiant energy into space before it reaches the earth's surface.
Backscatter Definition from Encyclopedia Dictionaries & Glossaries
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Backscatter
- For information on Backscatter technologies to search people, vehicles and buildings, see Backscatter X-ray
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