parabolic reflector
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If the surface of a parabolic reflector is described by equation 400z = x2 + y2, find the focal point of the reflector.
From Textbooks • Mar. 30, 2016
Consider the parabolic reflector described by equation z = 20x2 + 20y2.
From Textbooks • Mar. 30, 2016
For instance, given the diameter and focus of a cross-section of a parabolic reflector, we can find an equation that models its sides.
From Textbooks • Feb. 13, 2015
Green Bank will point the observatory's 85-ft. parabolic reflector antenna at the most likely stars, listen for radio signals from planets around them.
From Time Magazine Archive
Although the metallic parabolic reflector is used in the most powerful search-lights, there have been many other developments adapted to warfare.
From Artificial Light Its Influence upon Civilization by Luckiesh, Matthew
