Tape [Anti-Radar Detection]

Object detail

Accession number

2004.77

Description

Known as window or as chaff during World War II. A reel of tin foil tape on a brown reel. The reel has a 35 mm diameter hole in the centre. The tape is cut up into short lengths and discharged from the aircraft at appropriate times to confuse enemy radar detection.

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal/Tin/Tinfoil

Collection

Bomber Command Collection

Credit Line

Tape [Anti-Radar Detection], 2004.77. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Tools & Equipment for Communication Aerospace Transportation T&E Aerospace Transportation Accessories

Collection type

Air and Space Transport

Subject auto tags

Product Body jewelry Adhesive Natural material Material property Jewellery Ring Circle Silver Adhesive tape

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