Satellites & Spacecraft

SAR

Synthetic Aperture Radar

Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) — An imaging radar system that creates high-resolution images by combining data from multiple antenna positions. Can image through clouds and darkness. Used by Capella, Umbra, and others.

Frequently asked about SAR

What does SAR mean in the space industry?
Synthetic Aperture Radar: An imaging radar system that creates high-resolution images by combining data from multiple antenna positions. Can image through clouds and darkness. Used by Capella, Umbra, and others.
What does SAR stand for?
SAR stands for Synthetic Aperture Radar.
What category of space terminology does SAR belong to?
SAR is part of the Satellites & Spacecraft category in space industry terminology.