Title :
A low-cost radar concept for bullet direction finding
Author :
Allen, Mark R. ; Stoughton, Roland B.
Author_Institution :
Sci. Applications Int. Corp., San Diego, CA, USA
Abstract :
We propose a low-power, ~$3 k CW radar system, based on the latest commercial MMIC technology, to detect and estimate the trajectory of small-caliber projectiles. Using the Doppler histories from three CW ~1 Watt transceivers spaced ≲1 m apart, the system is shown to estimate trajectory angle to ±1° for bullets that pass within 10 m. The system can be carried by personnel or mounted on a vehicle for point defense. Multiple systems along a perimeter provide area protection. Proof of concept could be accomplished within one year
Keywords :
CW radar; Doppler measurement; MMIC; military systems; projectiles; radio direction-finding; surveillance; transceivers; 1 W; 10 m; CW radar system; CW transceivers; Doppler histories; MMIC technology; area protection; bullet direction finding; low cost radar; low power radar; point defense; small caliber projectiles; trajectory angle; trajectory estimation; Doppler radar; History; MMICs; Personnel; Projectiles; Protection; Radar detection; Space technology; Transceivers; Vehicles;
Conference_Titel :
Radar Conference, 1996., Proceedings of the 1996 IEEE National
Conference_Location :
Ann Arbor, MI
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-3145-1
DOI :
10.1109/NRC.1996.510681
