Radar Beacons for IRBM/ICBM

This paper summarizes problems which confront engineers who are responsible for the design of radar beacons and beacon antennas used in IRBM and ICBM test vehicles. The most important factors which affect compatibility between the beacon and tracking radars at the test range are enumerated. Cited also are several design areas which should be correlated with the test range prior to finalization of beacon design criteria.