Title :
Approximation to Probability of Detection for Log-Normal Target Fluctuation
Author :
Shnidman, David A.
Author_Institution :
D 347 M.I.T. Lincoln Laboratory 244 Wood Street Lexington, MA 02173
Abstract :
A relatively simple expression for the approximation to the probability of detection of a log-normally fluctuating target is provided. Absolute errors normally have a magnitude less than 0.01.
Keywords :
Fluctuations; Piecewise linear approximation; Piecewise linear techniques; Probability density function; Radar cross section; Radar detection; Signal to noise ratio;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TAES.1979.308809
