Definition of Bistatic radar
Bistatic radar is a radar system comprising a transmitter and receiver that are separated by a distance comparable to the expected target distance. Conversely, a conventional radar in which the transmitter and receiver are co-located is called a monostatic radar.
A system containing multiple spatially diverse monostatic or bistatic radar components with a shared area of coverage is called multistatic radar.
Many long-range air-to-air and surface-to-air missile systems use semi-active radar homing, which is a form of bistatic radar.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Bistatic radar?
Bistatic radar is a radar system comprising a transmitter and receiver that are separated by a distance comparable to the expected target distance.
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