Distributed Detection and Imaging for Long-Range Targeting

Abstract

Project Abstract:DISTRIBUTED DETECTION AND IMAGING FOR LONG-RANGE TARGETINGMARGARET CHENEY AND LOUIS SCHARFThis is a 6.1+ research effort that addresses the signal fusion problem by providing a solid statistical foundation for combining information from disparate distributed sensors, to yield both detection and localization (targeting) solutions. In particular, this addresses the gap between research on imaging and research on detection. We address sensors of different properties and different modalities, coherent and non-coherent cases, and both active and passive sensors. We address cases when various key factors (such as sensor noise levels, clock synchronization, calibration, and propagation environment) are unknown. This work is expected to provide improved detection and localization, especially for weak targets. Approved for Public Release

Document Details

Document Type
DoD Grant Award
Publication Date
Jan 06, 2021
Source ID
N000142112145

Entities

People

  • Margaret Cheney

Organizations

  • Colorado State University
  • Office of Naval Research
  • United States Navy

Tags

Fields of Study

  • Engineering

Readers

  • Radio communications and signal processing.
  • Sensor Fusion and Tracking Systems.