On results using automated wideband instrumentation for radar measurements and characterization

Mark A. Govoni; Traian Dogaru; Calvin Le; Kevin Sobczak

doi:10.1117/12.2263195

1 May 2017 On results using automated wideband instrumentation for radar measurements and characterization

Mark A. Govoni, Traian Dogaru, Calvin Le, Kevin Sobczak

Proceedings Volume 10188, Radar Sensor Technology XXI; 1018806 (2017) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2263195
Event: SPIE Defense + Security, 2017, Anaheim, CA, United States

Abstract

Experiences are shared from a recent radar measurement and characterization effort. A regimented data collection procedure ensures repeatability and provides an expedited alternative to typical narrowband capabilities. Commercially-available instrumentation is repurposed to support wideband data collections spanning a contiguous range of frequencies from 700 MHz to 40 GHz. Utilizing a 4-port network analyzer, both monostatic and quasi-monostatic measurements are achievable. Polarization is varied by way of a custom-designed antenna mount that allows for the mechanical reorientation of the antennas. Computational electromagnetic modeling is briefly introduced and serves in validating the legitimacy of the collection capability. Data products presented will include high-range resolution profiles and inverse synthetic aperture radar (ISAR) imagery.

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Mark A. Govoni, Traian Dogaru, Calvin Le, and Kevin Sobczak "On results using automated wideband instrumentation for radar measurements and characterization", Proc. SPIE 10188, Radar Sensor Technology XXI, 1018806 (1 May 2017); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2263195

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