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Definition of zero-beat reception

: a method of reception with an electron tube in generating condition in exact synchronism with the received wave as determined by zero beat — compare homodyne

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“Zero-beat reception.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zero-beat%20reception. Accessed 2 Jul. 2022.

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