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Radar Systems
Design and Analysis
| Subject Code: |
EMG4096 |
| Aim of Subject: |
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To expose the students the principles of the radar system design.
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| Learning Outcome of Subject: |
At the completion of the subject, students should be able to :
- Demonstrate in depth understanding of the concepts of radar operation.
- Explain the various types of radar systems such as pulse radar, CW radar, tracking radars, etc.
- Explain the concepts of radar detection and the techniques used to analyze radar signals.
- Undertake, under supervision, laboratory experiments to design a simple radar system.
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| Programme Outcomes: |
- Ability to acquire and apply fundamental principles of science and engineering(50%)
- Capability to communicate effectively(10%)
- Acquisition of technical competence in specialised areas of engineering discipline(10%)
- Ability to identify, formulate and model problems and find engineering solutions based on a systems approach(5%)
- Ability to conduct research in chosen fields of engineering(5%)
- Understanding of the importance of sustainability and cost-effectiveness in design and development of engineering solutions(10%)
- Ability to work independently as well as with others in a team(10%)
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| Assessment Scheme: |
- Lab experiments - work in group of 2,lab report writing, oral assessment at the end of lab (10%)
- Tutorial / Assignment - group assignment,focus group discussion at tutorial,to enhance understanding of basic concepts in lecture(15%)
- Test Quiz - written exam (15%)
- Final Exam - written exam (60%)
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| Teaching and
Learning Activities: |
48 hours (lectures,tutorials and laboratory experiment) |
| Credit Hours: |
3 |
| Pre-Requisite: |
None |
| References: |
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M.I.Skolnik, "Introduction to Radar Systems", McGraw-Hill, International
Edition, 1981. (Textbook)
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M.I.Skolnik, "Radar Handbook", McGraw-Hill, 1970.
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H.R.Raemer, "Radar Systems Principles", CRC Press, Inc., 1997.
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F. T. Ulaby, R. K. Moore, A. K. Fung, "Microwave Remote Sensing, Active
and Passive", Vol. I,II,III, Artech House, 1982.
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R.S. Berkowitz, "Modern Radar - Analysis, Evaluation, and System Design",
John Wiley & Sons, 1965.
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F.E.Nathanson, J.P.Reilly, M.N.Cohen, "Radar Design Principles", McGraw-Hill,
2nd Edition, 1991.
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S.A.Hovanessian, "Radar System Design and Analysis", Artech House, 1984.
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Subject Contents
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Introduction
Historical Developments, The Radar Equation, Basic System Parameters,
Radar Block Diagram and Operation, Radar Displays, Radar Frequency Bands,
Radar Applications.
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CW and FM Radar
The Doppler Effect, CW Radar, FM-CW Radar, Multiple Frequency CW Radar,
Waveform Analysis, Design Considerations of FM-CW systems.
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MTI and Pulse Doppler Radar
MTI Radar, Pulse Doppler Radar, Delay Line Canceller, Staggered Pulse
Repetition Frequencies, Range-Gated Doppler Filters, Design Considerations
of MTI Systems.
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Tracking Radar
Tracking Radar, Sequential Scanning, Monopulse Tracking, Error Analysis
of Angle Measurement, Introduction to Satellite Tracking Radars.
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Radar Targets
Scattering Properties, Concept of RCS, Polarization Scattering Matrix,
Complex Targets Models.
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Theory of Detection and Parameter Estimation
Statistical Decision Theory, Detection of Signals in Noise, Matched
Filter Design, Signal Fluctuation Statistics, Estimation of Random Variable
Parameters, Transmitter Signal Waveform design.
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Radar Clutter Analysis
Introduction to Radar Clutter, Geometry of Surface Clutter, Geometry
of Volume Clutter, Statistics of Clutter Amplitude, Land and Sea Clutter,
Angel Echoes, Method of Combating Clutter.
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Design Methodology of a Typical Radar System
Design Objectives, System Configurations, System Block Diagram, Signal
Flow, System Development, Radar Transmitters, Radar Antennas, Radar Receivers,
Low-Noise Front-Ends, Data Acquisition Unit, Calibrations, Performance
Analysis, Test and Measurement.
Laboratory
1. RF Subsystem Design (Software Simulation)
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