Performance Metrics for Low Probability of Intercept-communication System

Abstract

The research consisted of two distinct but interrelated problems. First, the researchers performed the research necessary to establish and describe a set of metrics and theorems for Low Probability of Intercept Waveforms. This led to the development of a design and analysis methodology and capability for Low Probability of Intercept signals and systems. This methodology and capability resulted in an algorithmic approach to LPI design and is composed of two primary elements - an analytical-based, computer-aided system to evaluate the detectability of LPI waveforms, and computer simulation models which allow the LPI communication link to be simulated and evaluated against the effects of Jawing and intercept receivers. Secondly, as these tools were being developed, the researchers conducted basic research into the design of the next generation LPI waveforms and possible strategies for detecting them. The two research tasks were complementary effects. This research effort had elements of both basic and applied research. The theorems and metrics led to the development of a tool to analyze waveform detectability which will serve two functions. It can be used as a design instrument for the engineer who must select the most effective LPI modulation technique for a given system: and furthermore it can also be used to facilitate basic research in the area of waveform detectability

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 1993
Accession Number
ADA277346

Entities

People

  • Glen Prescott

Organizations

  • University of Delaware

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • Electronic Warfare
  • Energy and Power Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Bandwidth
  • Communication Systems
  • Detection
  • Dwell Time
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Factor Analysis
  • False Alarms
  • Feature Extraction
  • Frequency Agility
  • Frequency Bands
  • Information Science
  • Multiple Access
  • Probability
  • Random Variables
  • Signal Detection
  • Signal Processing
  • Systems Engineering

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Radar Systems Engineering.
  • Research Science/Academic Research
  • Software Engineering.