Application of the Sonar Equations to Bistatic Echo-Ranging.

Abstract

The thesis explores the phenomena unique to echo-ranging with a source widely separated from the receiver. In an asset-austere era of antisubmarine warfare, this technique serves as a tactical advantage, particularly in the passive tracking of a submarine. Particular emphasis is placed on the terms of the sonar equation most affected by the bistatic geometry: Reverberation level and target strength. The research is particularly applicable to ongoing NATO and Naval Laboratory work involving the bistatic concept in array design and for use with surface escorts in conjunction with friendly submarines.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA115731

Entities

People

  • Lawrence Michael Harvey

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acoustic Detection
  • Acoustic Properties
  • Acoustic Waves
  • Acoustics
  • Antisubmarine Warfare
  • Bistatic Radar
  • Bottom Bounce
  • California
  • Detection
  • Echo Ranging
  • Electromagnetic Radiation
  • Geometry
  • Passive Tracking
  • Radar
  • Underwater Sound
  • United States Naval Academy
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Acoustical Oceanography.
  • Maritime and Naval Warfare Studies
  • Systems Analysis and Design