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The homodyne detection principle is applied to the measurement of microwave reflection coefficients. The system described is considerably more sensitive than video detection, is linear over a wide dynamic range, and allows simultaneous phase and amplitude measurements, with phase measurements amplitude insensitive. Two channels are used, one being amplitude modulated.
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King et al. (1970) studied this question.
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