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M7-06: ROPE WAVE GENERATOR - POLARIZATION

PURPOSE: To illustrate polarization of a rope wave.

DESCRIPTION: The standing wave produced by the rope wave generator is circular, forming large three-dimensional loops like a jump-rope. Inserting the rope through the grill polarizes the wave in the direction of the grill wires.

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REFERENCES: (PIRA unknown.)

EQUIPMENT: Rope wave generator on permanent roll-around cart with mounted grill.

SETUP TIME: None.


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