Phased Arrays for Radio Astronomy, Remote Sensing, and Satellite Communications

Discover a modern approach to the analysis, modeling and design of high sensitivity phased array systems.

Karl F. Warnick (Author), Rob Maaskant (Author), Marianna V. Ivashina (Author), David B. Davidson (Author), Brian D. Jeffs (Author)

9781108423922, Cambridge University Press

Hardback, published 26 July 2018

470 pages, 107 b/w illus. 4 tables
25.2 x 17.7 x 2.5 cm, 1.07 kg

'In particular, the extension to noisy microwave networks is discussed in detail with respect to the interface with optimization algorithms, a topic that should attract a wide readership. The book is very clearly written by experts with world-class authority in the field and contains numerous references on the recent developments of the technology.' Sendy Phang, IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine

Discover a modern approach to the analysis, modeling and design of high sensitivity phased arrays. Network theory, numerical methods and computational electromagnetic simulation techniques are uniquely combined to enable full system analysis and design optimization. Beamforming and array signal processing theory are integrated into the treatment from the start. Digital signal processing methods such as polyphase filtering and RFI mitigation are described, along with technologies for real-time hardware implementation. Key concepts from interferometric imaging used in radio telescopes are also considered. A basic development of theory and modeling techniques is accompanied by problem sets that guide readers in developing modeling codes that retain the simplicity of the classical array factor method while incorporating mutual coupling effects and interactions between elements. Combining current research trends with pedagogical material suitable for a first-year graduate course, this is an invaluable resource for students, teachers, researchers, and practicing RF/microwave and antenna design engineers.

1. Phased arrays for high-sensitivity receiver applications
2. Active antenna receivers
3. Antenna examples
4. Transmitting arrays, network analysis, and pattern overlap integrals
5. Array receiver theory and modeling
6. Figures of merit for active receiving arrays
7. Design and optimization of phased array antennas
8. Numerical modeling of phased array antennas
9. Analog front end, array elements, and receiver electronics
10. Array signal processing, calibration, and beamforming
11. Interferometric arrays and synthesis imaging
12. Real time digital signal processing.

Subject Areas: Signal processing [UYS], Satellite communication [TJKS], Microwave technology [TJFN], Electronics engineering [TJF], Electronics & communications engineering [TJ], Geographical information systems [GIS & remote sensing RGW], Mathematical modelling [PBWH], Numerical analysis [PBKS]