Angular Tracking Error in A Phase Comparison Monopulse Tracking Radar, A Critical Review and Extension of the Phase Front Distortion Approach.

Abstract

This thesis studies the inherent angular errors of a phase comparison monopulse system used for tracking a complex target. The phase compensation equation is utilized in justifying Howard's hypothesis on the relationship between the phase front distortion of the scattered wave from a complex target and angular tracking errors, in extending this hypothesis to closer ranges to the target, and in determining the limitations of this hypothesis. Through the phase compensation equation, global errors are demonstrated. A Local error bound is also determined for the tracking of a two element target. These new results are not predicted by Howard's hypothesis. Additional keywords: Radar cross sections; Electromagnetic scattering; Equations.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1984
Accession Number
ADA152628

Entities

People

  • S. Bumroongpol

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Aircrafts
  • Control Systems
  • Electric Fields
  • Electromagnetic Scattering
  • Engineering
  • Fire Control Radar
  • Line Of Sight
  • Phase Distortion
  • Phase Shift
  • Radar
  • Radar Beacons
  • Radar Equipment
  • Radar Targets
  • Scattering
  • Targets
  • Two Dimensional

Fields of Study

  • Physics

Readers

  • Radar Systems Engineering.
  • Theoretical Analysis.