Cone Of Confusion Definition
noun
A zone of indeterminism over a navigation beacon (such as a VOR ), where the direction-finding ability of the receiver outputs a random direction as flying over the beacon results in no direction to the beacon, giving a spinning direction indicator display. Also refers to flying over a magnetic pole, and its affects on a magnetic compass.
Wiktionary
A cone-shaped region originating midway between an organism's two ears, and radiating outwards, where a sound's location is indeterminate.
Wiktionary
Other Word Forms of Cone Of Confusion
Noun
Singular:
cone of confusion
Plural:
cones of confusion
Find Similar Words
Find similar words to cone of confusion using the buttons below.