What is a radome

A radome (a portmanteau of "radar" and "dome") is a structural, weatherproof enclosure that protects a radar antenna. Its purpose is to shield the antenna from environmental elements such as wind, rain, snow, and debris, while minimally interfering with the radar signals it transmits and receives. Radomes can be found on aircraft, ships, and ground-based radar installations. They are typically constructed from materials that are transparent to radio waves, such as fiberglass or certain types of plastic, to ensure that the radar signals can pass through with minimal attenuation or distortion.