Inherent Angular Tracking Error in an Amplitude Comparison Monopulse Radar.

Abstract

Amplitude comparison monopulse tracking of a two-element target is studied. A Gaussian radiation pattern for the antennas is assumed. It is demonstrated that the cross over angle of the antenna assembly and the target angular span are essential parameters for determining the angular tracking error. Computational results showing the inherent error curve, X sub alpha (A), are provided.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1984
Accession Number
ADA154212

Entities

People

  • Dong Hun Park

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • C4I

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Antenna Lobes
  • Antennas
  • Computations
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Digital Computers
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Engineering
  • Fire Control Radar
  • Monopulse Radar
  • Optical Lattices
  • Radar
  • Radar Tracking
  • Radiation Patterns
  • Scattering
  • Target Echoes

Fields of Study

  • Engineering
  • Physics

Readers

  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.
  • Radar Systems Engineering.