Time Domain Reflectometry

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf measurement technique
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:TDR
gptkbp:analyzes reflected signals
gptkbp:detects corrosion
open circuits
short circuits
moisture content in soil
splices
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Time Domain Reflectometry
gptkbp:inventedBy 1950s
gptkbp:measures impedance discontinuities
gptkbp:output TDR trace
gptkbp:principle reflection of electrical signals
gptkbp:relatedTo gptkb:radar
echo analysis
frequency domain reflectometry
gptkbp:requires oscilloscope
pulse generator
gptkbp:used_in gptkb:engineer
gptkb:scientist
telecommunications
technicians
geotechnical engineering
material testing
soil moisture measurement
gptkbp:usedFor characterizing transmission lines
locating faults in cables
measuring cable length
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:TDR
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6