Parabolic Reflector (Noun)
Meaning
A concave reflector used to produce a parallel beam when the source is placed at its focus or to focus an incoming parallel beam.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The parabolic reflector in the telescope focused the incoming light from the stars onto the eyepiece for clearer viewing.
- A parabolic reflector is used in solar concentrators to concentrate sunlight onto a small area for heat or electricity generation.
- The satellite dish uses a parabolic reflector to receive and transmit signals to and from the satellite in orbit.
- The parabolic reflector in the headlight of the car concentrated the light from the bulb into a narrow beam for better visibility.
- A parabolic reflector is used in optical communication systems to focus the incoming laser beam onto a photodetector for signal reception.