Radar Cross Section

Radar Cross Section (RCS) is a measure of how detectable an object is by radar. It quantifies how much radar energy is reflected back to the radar source when it hits an object. A larger RCS indicates that the object is easier to detect, like a big building, while a smaller RCS suggests it is harder to spot, like a small drone. RCS is influenced by the object’s size, shape, and surface materials, and is crucial for applications in aviation, military stealth technology, and weather monitoring. Understanding RCS helps improve radar performance and object concealment strategies.