Measurement and Analysis of L-Band (1535-1660 MHz) Electromagnetic (EM) Noise on Ships.

Abstract

A program of L-band (1535-1660 MHz) electromagnetic (EM) noise measurements conducted on ships is described. The magnitude and duration of EM noise on ships is of particular significance in terms of potential radio frequency interference (RFI) to future Marine Satellite (MARSAT) rceiving systems of ships. The program involved the measurement and identification of EM noise levels originating at internal sources on the ships selected, and external sources at coastal locations within radio line-of-sight. The instrumentation and measurement procedures employed are described and illustrated.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1974
Accession Number
ADA005653

Entities

People

  • A. L. Caporale
  • J. J. Winchus
  • J. M. Clarke
  • S. R. Cantor

Organizations

  • John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artificial Satellites
  • Frequency
  • Frequency Bands
  • Identification
  • Instrumentation
  • L Band
  • Line Of Sight
  • Measurement
  • Radio Frequency
  • Radio Frequency Interference

Fields of Study

  • Environmental science

Readers

  • Acoustics.
  • Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering.
  • Radio communications and signal processing.

Technology Areas

  • Space