Compare the detection ranges of the two 3 cm radars above for a 10 ml target using a single  pulse. Assume both radars have a mean noise level of =131 dB W, have losses of - 5 dB and  require a SNR of 13 dB for reliable detection. The marine radar has a peak transmitter power  of 25 kW, but the airfield control radar is more powerful with a peak power of 55 kW.

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Compare the detection ranges of the two 3 cm radars above for a 10 ml target using a single 
pulse. Assume both radars have a mean noise level of =131 dB W, have losses of - 5 dB and 
require a SNR of 13 dB for reliable detection. The marine radar has a peak transmitter power 
of 25 kW, but the airfield control radar is more powerful with a peak power of 55 kW. 

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