Which limitation results when phased array elements lose coherence?

💡 Explanation

Beamforming relies on the *addition theorem for coherent waves*; slight decorrelation disrupts precise superposition, because element signals no longer constructively interfere perfectly, therefore the beamforming capabilities erode, rather than overall power dropping or sidelobes growing.

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