ScienceJuly 31, 2026
beamformer
BEEM-for-mer
Definition
A signal processing device or algorithm that controls the directionality of radio waves, focusing them into a narrow beam rather than broadcasting them in all directions.
Etymology
The word is a compound of 'beam' (an Old English term for a ray of light) and 'former' (from the verb 'form,' meaning to shape or create). It refers to the process of forming a specific path or beam of radiation.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a digital device that optimizes satellite connectivity. It is a critical component for managing how a spacecraft sends and receives signals toward specific targets.
AccelerComm powers Eclipse’s 5G physical layer for next-gen spacecraft
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