A transponder beacon transmitting a coded signal on radar frequency, permitting an interrogating craft to determine the bearing and range of the transponder.
Reference :
http://hd.iho.int/en/index.php/radar_beacon
Definition Source :
IHO Hydrographic Dictionary, English
Similarity to Source :
Identical
Int1 :
S4 :
Recommended Attributes :
Distinguishing Features :
Remarks :
The feature 'radar transponder beacon' is only used to encode the technical equipment independent of the structure on which it is located (for example a beacon, light-vessel or tower).
Management Details
Proposal Type :
Supersession
Submitting Organization :
IHO Secretariat
Proposed Change :
Standardize Item Name. Add alias. Add definition source, reference and similarity. Add INT1 and S-4 references. Add distinctions. Amend remark.