The Radar Science and Engineering Section conducts research, development, and flight missions in the field of radar remote sensing of the Earth and the planets. Techniques utilized include synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) imaging, radar interferometry, altimetry, subsurface sounding, scatterometry, and cloud and rain radars. Radars are developed for both airborne and spaceborne platforms. The section is also a leader in the area of planetary landing radars.

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