Calculating beamwidth of a radar

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The discussion focuses on calculating the beamwidth of a radar using the formula beamwidth = 60(lamda) / area. It clarifies that lamda represents the wavelength, which can be calculated using the formula lamda = c x f, where c is the speed of light and f is the frequency. The main question raised is how to determine the area required for this calculation, emphasizing the need for clarity on the relationship between these variables in radar technology.

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beamwidth = 60(lamda) / area

i knw lamda = c x f

how do i find the area ? and also what is c and f in relation to radar?
 
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i found c is speed of light and freq should be in question as for area, how do i find this
 

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