A gaussian beam shooting algorithm for radar propagation simulations

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Abstract

Gaussian beam shooting is proposed as an alternative to the Parabolic Equation method or to ray-based techniques, in order to compute backscattered fields in the context of Non-Line-of-Sight ground-based radar. Propagated fields are represented as a superposition of Gaussian beams, which are launched from the emitting antenna and transformed through successive interactions with obstacles. In this paper, we present an outline of this 3D algorithm and propose a beam re-expansion scheme to address the problem of beam widening. Realistic scenarios will be used to test the ability of Gaussian beam shooting to accommodate typical propagation environments for ground-based UHF radar, including buildings.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2009 International Radar Conference "Surveillance for a Safer World", RADAR 2009
Publication statusPublished - 1 Dec 2009
Event2009 International Radar Conference "Surveillance for a Safer World", RADAR 2009 - Bordeaux, France
Duration: 12 Oct 200916 Dec 2009

Publication series

Name2009 International Radar Conference "Surveillance for a Safer World", RADAR 2009

Conference

Conference2009 International Radar Conference "Surveillance for a Safer World", RADAR 2009
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityBordeaux
Period12/10/0916/12/09

Keywords

  • 3d propagation
  • Gaussian beam shooting
  • Radar

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