Wirth (senior consultant, Research Establishment for Applied Science, Germany) introduces the techniques, procedures, and concepts related to modern radar using active array antennas. Chapters cover signal representation and mathematical tools, statistical signal theory, array antennas, beamforming, sampling and digitization of signals, pulse compression with polyphase codes, detection of targets by a pulse series, sequential detection, adaptive beamforming for jammer suppression, monopulse direction estimation, superresolution in angle, space-time adaptive processing, synthetic aperture radar with active phased arrays, inverse synthetic aperture radar, experimental phased array systems, the floodlight radar concept, and system and parameter considerations. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Annotation This book gives an introduction to the possibilities of radar technology based on active array antennas, giving examples of modern practical systems, many of which were developed in Europe. In addition to coverage of antennas, beam forming, sampling and detection of signals, and array signal processing, several modern systems are described, including space-time adaptive processing (STAP), moving target detection using synthetic aperture radar (SAR), and several other experimental phased array radar systems. There are many valuable lessons presented for designers of future high standard multifunction radar systems for military and civil applications. The book will appeal to graduate level engineers, researchers, and managers in the field of radar, aviation and space technology.

Wirth (senior consultant, Research Establishment for Applied Science, Germany) introduces the techniques, procedures, and concepts related to modern radar using active array antennas. Chapters cover signal representation and mathematical tools, statistical signal theory, array antennas, beamforming, sampling and digitization of signals, pulse compression with polyphase codes, detection of targets by a pulse series, sequential detection, adaptive beamforming for jammer suppression, monopulse direction estimation, superresolution in angle, space-time adaptive processing, synthetic aperture radar with active phased arrays, inverse synthetic aperture radar, experimental phased array systems, the floodlight radar concept, and system and parameter considerations. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Radar Array Processing presents modern techniques and methods for processingradar signals received by an array of antenna elements. With the recent rapid growth of the technology of hardware for digital signal processing, itis now possible to apply this to radar signals and thus to enlist the full power of sophisticated computational algorithms. Topics covered in detail here include: super-resolution methods of array signal processing as applied to radar, adaptive beam forming for radar, and radar imaging. This book will be of interest to researchers and studentsin the radar community and also in related fields such as sonar, seismology, acoustics and radio astronomy.

This second edition includes new material on compressed sensing and its possible application to beam forming, results for phase-only-nulling against jammers, descriptions of further algorithms for superresolution and the reconnaissance of other radiating sources. This book also features a new chapter on radar operation by passive coherent location and the extension and explanation of the basic ideas for MIMOradar. In addition to the coverage of antennas, array signal processing, adaptive digital beamforming and adaptive monopulse, several modern systems are described including spacetime adaptive processing (STAP), moving target detection using synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and several other experimental phased array radar systems. Topics include: array signal processing, array calibration, adaptive digital beamforming, adaptive monopulse, superresolution, pulse compression, sequential detection, target detection with long pulse series, spacetime adaptive processing (STAP), synthetic aperture radar (SAR), target imaging, energy management and system parameter relations. The discussed methods are confirmed by simulation studies and experimental array systems developed by the authors team at FGAN, now Fraunhofer. This book will appeal to graduate level engineers, researchers and managers in the field of radar, aviation and space technology.

Collects the revised and updated versions of lectures presented at an advanced course on [title] held at the Accademia dei Lincei, Rome, 1988, as well as some additional chapters. The 13 chapters address basic concepts on detection, estimation, and optimum filtering; models of clutter; CFAR techniques in clutter; pulse compression and equivalent technologies; pulse doppler radar; MTI, MTD, and adaptive clutter cancellation; rejection of active interference; architecture and implementation of radar signal processors; identification of radar targets; phased arrays; bistatic radars; space-based radar; and evolution and future trends of radar. Primarily for radar engineers and researchers, as well as advanced students. Distributed by INSPEC. Annotation copyright by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Reflecting a growing interest in phased array antenna systems, stemming from radar, radio astronomy, mobile communications and satellite broadcasting, Array and Phased Array Antenna Basics introduces the principles of array and phased array antennas. Packed with first-hand practical experience and worked-out examples, this is a valuable learning tool and reference source for those wishing to improve their understanding of basic array antenna systems without relying heavily on a thorough knowledge of electromagnetics or antenna theory. Features a general introduction to antennas and explains the array antenna principle through discussion of the physical characteristics rather than the theory Explores topics often not covered in antenna textbooks, such as active element pattern, array feeding, means of phase changing, array antenna characterisation, sequential rotation techniques and reactively loaded arrays Guides the reader through the necessary mathematics, allowing them to move onto specialist books on array and phased array antennas with a greater understanding of the topic Supported by a companion website on which instructors and lecturers can find electronic versions of the figures An ideal introduction for those without a background in antennas, this clear, concise volume will appeal to technicians, researchers and managers working in academia, government, telecommunications and radio astronomy. It will also be a valuable resource for professionals and postgraduates with some antenna knowledge.