Rain Attenuation in Satellite Communication Formulas

Rain attenuation is a function of rain rate. By rain rate is meant the rate at which rainwater would accumulate in a rain gauge. And is denoted by A_p. Rain Attenuation is usually measured using the Decibel for Sound. Note that the value of Rain Attenuation is always positive.

Formulas to find Rain Attenuation in Satellite Communication

fxRain Attenuation in DecibelsGo

List of variables in Satellite Communication formulas

fx Specific Attenuation Go

fx Rain Rate Go

fx Specific Attenuation Coefficient Go

fx Slant Length Go

fx Reduction Factor Go

FAQ

What is the Rain Attenuation?

Rain attenuation is a function of rain rate. By rain rate is meant the rate at which rainwater would accumulate in a rain gauge. Rain Attenuation is usually measured using the Decibel for Sound. Note that the value of Rain Attenuation is always positive.

Can the Rain Attenuation be negative?

No, the Rain Attenuation, measured in Sound cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Rain Attenuation?

Rain Attenuation is usually measured using the Decibel[dB] for Sound. Bel[dB], Neper[dB] are the few other units in which Rain Attenuation can be measured.

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