Handbook of Radar Scattering Statistics for Terrain

Handbook of Radar Scattering Statistics for Terrain
Author: Fawwaz Ulaby
Publisher: Artech House
Total Pages: 421
Release: 2019-06-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1630817023

The classic reference for radar and remote sensing engineers, Handbook of Radar for Scattering Statistics for Terrain, has been reissued with updated, practical software for modern data analysis applications. First published in 1989, this update features a new preface, along with three new appendices that explain how to use the new software and graphical user interface. Python- and MATLAB-based software has been utilized so remote sensing and radar engineers can utilize the wealth of statistical data that came with the original book and software. This update combines the book and software, previously sold separately, into a single new product. The text first presents detailed examinations of the statistical behavior of speckle when superimposed on nonuniform terrain. The Handbook of Radar Scattering Statistics for Terrain then supports system design and signal processing applications with a complete database of calibrated backscattering coefficients. Compiled over 30 years, the statistical summaries of radar backscatter from terrain offers you over 400,000 data points compiled in tabular format. With this text, you'll own the most comprehensive database of radar terrain scattering statistics ever compiled. Derived from measurements made by both airborne and ground-based scatterometer systems, the database includes information from 114 references. The text provides over 60 tables of backscatter data for 9 different surface categories, all derived under strict quality criteria. Rigorous standards for calibration accuracy, measurement precision, and category identification make the database the most reliable source for scattering statistics ever available.

Low-angle Radar Land Clutter

Low-angle Radar Land Clutter
Author: J. Barrie Billingsley
Publisher: IET
Total Pages: 726
Release: 2002
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780852962305

In this unique book, Billingsley solves the problem of radar land clutter by showing the reader how to design and predict the performance of radars that operate in situations where echoes from the earth's surface interfere with radar target echoes.

Handbook of Radar Signal Analysis

Handbook of Radar Signal Analysis
Author: Bassem R. Mahafza
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 706
Release: 2021-08-17
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1351665251

This new handbook on radar signal analysis adopts a deliberate and systematic approach. It uses a clear and consistent level of delivery while maintaining strong and easy-to-follow mathematical details. The emphasis of this book is on radar signal types and their relevant signal processing and not on radar systems hardware or components. This handbook serves as a valuable reference to a wide range of audience. More specifically, college-level students, practicing radar engineers, as well as casual readers of the subject are the intended target audience of the first few chapters of this book. As the book chapters progress, these grow in complexity and specificity. Accordingly, later chapters are intended for practicing engineers, graduate college students, and advanced readers. Finally, the last few chapters contain several special topics on radar systems that are both educational and scientifically entertaining to all readers. The presentation of topics in this handbook takes the reader on a scientific journey whose major landmarks comprise the different radar subsystems and components. In this context, the chapters follow the radar signal along this journey from its birth to the end of its life. Along the way, the different relevant radar subsystems are analyzed and discussed in great detail. The chapter contributors of this new handbook comprise experienced academia members and practicing radar engineers. Their combined years of academic and real-world experiences are in excess of 175. Together, they bring a unique, easy-to-follow mix of mathematical and practical presentations of the topics discussed in this book. See the "Chapter Contributors" section to learn more about these individuals.

Backscattering from Multiscale Rough Surfaces with Application to Wind Scatterometry

Backscattering from Multiscale Rough Surfaces with Application to Wind Scatterometry
Author: Adrian K. Fung
Publisher: Artech House
Total Pages: 323
Release: 2015-06-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1630810010

This resource explains and demonstrates the backscattering properties of multiscale rough surfaces, and illustrates their application to establish the geophysical model function (GMF) needed in wind scatterometry. This book also explains how the mechanisms of backscattering change with frequency and the incident angle on a multiscale surface and how to recognize single scale versus multiscale surfaces – very useful information for those wanting to use backscattering models more efficiently.

Measurement Systems and Sensors, Second Edition

Measurement Systems and Sensors, Second Edition
Author: Waldemar Nawrocki
Publisher: Artech House
Total Pages: 433
Release: 2016-01-01
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1608079333

This thoroughly updated and expanded second edition is an authoritative resource on industrial measurement systems and sensors, with particular attention given to temperature, stress, pressure, acceleration, and liquid flow sensors. This edition includes new and expanded chapters on wireless measuring systems and measurement control and diagnostics systems in cars. Moreover, the book introduces new, cost-effective measurement technology utilizing www servers and LAN computer networks - a topic not covered in any other resource. Coverage of updated wireless measurement systems and wireless GSM/LTE interfacing make this book unique, providing in-depth, practical knowledge. Professionals learn how to connect an instrument to a computer or tablet while reducing the time for collecting and processing measurement data. This hands-on reference presents digital temperature sensors, demonstrating how to design a monitoring system with multipoint measurements. From computer-based measuring systems, electrical thermometers and pressure sensors, to conditioners, crate measuring systems, and virtual instruments, this comprehensive title offers engineers the details they need for their work in the field.

Academic Press Library in Signal Processing

Academic Press Library in Signal Processing
Author: Fulvio Gini
Publisher: Academic Press
Total Pages: 1389
Release: 2013-09-10
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0123972248

This second volume, edited and authored by world leading experts, gives a review of the principles, methods and techniques of important and emerging research topics and technologies in communications and radar engineering. With this reference source you will: - Quickly grasp a new area of research - Understand the underlying principles of a topic and its application - Ascertain how a topic relates to other areas and learn of the research issues yet to be resolved - Quick tutorial reviews of important and emerging topics of research in array and statistical signal processing - Presents core principles and shows their application - Reference content on core principles, technologies, algorithms and applications - Comprehensive references to journal articles and other literature on which to build further, more specific and detailed knowledge - Edited by leading people in the field who, through their reputation, have been able to commission experts to write on a particular topic

Theory and Approach of Information Retrievals from Electromagnetic Scattering and Remote Sensing

Theory and Approach of Information Retrievals from Electromagnetic Scattering and Remote Sensing
Author: Ya-Qiu Jin
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2006
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 9781402040290

Theory and Approach of Information Retrievals from Electromagnetic Scattering and Remote Sensing presents some new progress on the theoretical and numerical approaches for information retrieval of the remote sensing via electromagnetic scattering and emission. It covers the vector radiative transfer theory for inhomogeneous scatter media, polarimetric scattering theory for the synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imagery and some innovative applications, new approach and data validation for current space-borne remote sensing programs, fast computational method and numerical simulation for bistatic scattering of randomly rough surface with a target presence, especially at low grazing angle. Some inverse problems in radiative transfer and inverse scattering are also discussed. Novel electromagnetics of complex media are also presented. Theory and Approach of Information Retrievals from Electromagnetic Scattering and Remote Sensing is intended as a textbook for graduate students and a reference book for scientists to see the most recent progress in the author’s research laboratory.

Wavelets for Sensing Technologies

Wavelets for Sensing Technologies
Author: Andrew K. Chan
Publisher: Artech House
Total Pages: 258
Release: 2003
Genre: Mathematics
ISBN: 9781580533171

Although there have been numerous books on wavelet applications to various scientific disciplines, this cutting-edge, practical book is the first to concentrate on wavelet applications to remote sensing and subsurface sensing from an engineer's point of view. The book introduces you to wavelet transform uses in a wide range of sensing technologies, demonstrates the usefulness of combining the wavelet transform with other signal processing tools to solve complicated sensing technology problems, and features several time-saving algorithms and Matlab® codes that help you with your specific projects in the field.

Understanding Earth Observation

Understanding Earth Observation
Author: Domenico Solimini
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 728
Release: 2016-04-19
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319256335

This volume addresses the physical foundation of remote sensing. The basic grounds are presented in close association with the kinds of environmental targets to monitor and with the observing techniques. The book aims at plugging the quite large gap between the thorough and quantitative description of electromagnetic waves interacting with the Earth's environment and the user applications of Earth observation. It is intended for scientifically literate students and professionals who plan to gain a first understanding of remote sensing data and of their information content.