Tracking Targets of Interest Via Acoustics

Abstract

Current military operations require robust signal-processing algorithms that allow for hostile fire defeat in reverberant environments. These algorithms must provide the individual Soldier with real-time situational awareness and actionable intelligence. Sensor configuration, terrain features, and atmospheric conditions must be considered when one is developing such algorithms. This report analyzes localization results of a novel signal-processing technique used to localize and track acoustic mortar data during a recent field experiment.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Oct 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA473938

Entities

People

  • Duong Tran-luu
  • Latasha Solomon

Organizations

  • United States Army Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Sensors
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Acoustic Detectors
  • Acoustics
  • Algorithms
  • Detection
  • Detectors
  • Environment
  • Errors
  • Global Positioning Systems
  • Guns
  • Measurement
  • Military Operations
  • Military Research
  • Mortar Ammunition
  • Probability
  • Signal Processing
  • Situational Awareness

Readers

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  • Distributed Systems and Data Platform Development
  • Radar Systems Engineering.