X-band

By admin_wla | Tue, 4 Feb 2014 - 12:13
A nominal frequency range from 12.5 to 8 GHz (2.4 to 3.75 cm wavelength) within the microwave (radar) portion of the electromagnetic spectrum. X-band is a suitable frequency for several high-resolution radar applications and has often been used for both experimental and operational airborne systems. Source: NASA (http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/Glossary)