ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Radio navigation

Radio navigation is like a treasure hunt where we use special equipment to find our way to a specific treasure. Just like when you and your friends play a game and someone hides a treasure somewhere, we use radio signals to find our way to a specific place.

There are different types of equipment that help us navigate using radio signals. One of these is called a radio beacon, which sends out a signal that our equipment can detect. This signal helps guide us to the location of the beacon.

Another type of equipment we use is called a radio compass, which helps us determine the direction of the radio signal from the beacon. We can use this information to point ourselves in the right direction and navigate towards our destination.

We also use maps and charts to help us plan our route and determine which radio beacons to use along the way. This helps us stay on course and reach our destination safely.

Overall, radio navigation is like a fun treasure hunt where we use special equipment to find our way to a specific place.