Review of Sensor Technology and Potential IIP Applications. Cost and Operational Analysis for Selected International Ice Patrol Mission Alternatives. Annex M.

Abstract

This report is Interim Report Volume 13 for the Cost and Operational Effectiveness Analysis for Ice Patrol Mission Analysis Study. The International Ice Patrol uses airborne radar surveillance as the primary detection method for locating, identifying and classifying icebergs. The existing AN/APS-135 SLAR radar is based on a dry film processor technology and is scheduled to be upgraded with a digital processor. The AN/APS-137 FLAR radar is primarily used for identification and classification purposes. This report reviews performance aspects of these systems and presents an analysis of alternative sensor systems and improvements that would enhance iceberg detection, identification, and classification. The technical review covers SLAR and FLAR systems, but focuses primarily on Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) systems. Airborne and satellite platforms are considered and suggested radar improvements for future applications are described. (AN)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1995
Accession Number
ADA300147

Entities

People

  • Richard F. Jacob

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Sensors

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Airborne
  • Artificial Satellites
  • Classification
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Identification
  • Operational Effectiveness
  • Platforms
  • Radar
  • Side Looking Radar
  • Synthetic Aperture Radar

Readers

  • Polar and Arctic Studies
  • Radar Systems Engineering.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Space
  • Space - Space Objects