For those who've never heard of Recco, you've probably seen it on your jacket or clothing but haven't wondered what it's for. You probably don't know, but you should know because if you're an adventurer and you're heading into the mountains this winter... You must be clear about what it is and what it is for the Recco system.
Recco is a location and rescue system designed for avalanche cases, capable of locating victims through radarThe system is basically composed of two parts: the radar detector and the passive reflectors.
Reflectors are small electrical transponders weighing less than five grams, equipped with a copper antenna that bounces the detector's signals and doubles its frequency. It is covered by a rubber outer layer that gives it a pill-like appearance and is almost indestructible. Furthermore, It does not need any power source to operate.
It is an advanced radar system, Recco works on the principle of frequency bounceThe rescue team's detector transmits signals, these hit the Recco's reflectors, bounce back to the detector again and when the rescue team receives this signal again, a tone sounds on their radar that makes it easier to know where the victim is.
This system does not require any training or investment of any kind, The ski equipment and clothing manufacturers themselves include it in their garments..
