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If a high VSWR (Voltage Standing Wave Ratio) is indicated at the magnetron output in a marine RADAR set, and the waveguide and rotary joint are functioning properly, the component that may be malfunctioning is the waveguide array termination.
The waveguide array termination is a crucial component that terminates the waveguide transmission line and ensures proper impedance matching. It is responsible for absorbing and dissipating any excess energy that may cause reflections or standing waves within the waveguide.
When the waveguide array termination malfunctions, it fails to properly terminate the waveguide, leading to an impedance mismatch. This mismatch causes a significant portion of the energy to be reflected back towards the source, resulting in a high VSWR at the magnetron output.
The high VSWR indicates that the energy is not efficiently transferred from the magnetron to the waveguide and antenna system. This can lead to decreased radar performance, reduced power transfer, and potential damage to the magnetron or other components due to excessive reflected energy.
Mnemonic: "Termination Trouble"
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Hint: magnet appears in both the question and answer. KD9TIP
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