AN/FPS-16
radar technology
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The AN/FPS-16 was a highly accurate tracking radar developed in the 1950s. It was capable of achieving an angular accuracy of approximately 0.1 milliradian, which is about 0.006 degrees. This system represented a significant advancement in radar technology during that era, contributing to more precise tracking capabilities for various applications.1
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