PH4274 Physics of Combat Systems Radar
This interdisciplinary course explores the physics of radar and EW systems, highlighting the development of new capabilities (e.g., adaptive radar signal processing, ultra-wideband radar, coherent change detection, and jamming techniques). The characteristics and components of various practical radar systems are considered including transmitter, receiver, and arrays, as well as the limitations imposed by the operating environment. Scattering concepts are introduced and propagation phenomena are considered (such as target cross-section, polarization effects, and atmospheric absorption), as well as signal processing techniques to mitigate these effects and perform detection in complex environments. Several lectures will connect the course content with current defense technology, trends, efforts, and limitations in radar systems.
Prerequisite
Some background in electromagnetism and calculus is assumed.
Lecture Hours
4
Lab Hours
1