Ground-based radar systems

Ground-based radar systems use radio waves to detect and track objects such as aircraft, ships, or weather formations from the Earth's surface. The radar emits a pulse of radio waves, which travel through the air and bounce back when they hit an object. By measuring the time it takes for the echo to return and analyzing its direction, the system determines the object's location, speed, and sometimes characteristics. These systems are crucial for air traffic control, weather monitoring, military defense, and navigation, providing real-time situational awareness by continuously observing the environment around them.