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6.6.1.Radio Direction Finder (RDF)
A radio beacon is a wireless lighthouse, transmits radio signals at particular frequency from a place that is visible from navigational point of view. The transmitted radio signal is used for ships in taking radio bearings. There are many types of radio beacons used for sea and air traffic and position fixing purposes. |
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