A Compact Ultra Wide-Band Radar System for See-Through-Wall Applications

Author

Stephen G. Magoon, University of Tennessee - KnoxvilleFollow

Date of Award

12-2013

Degree Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Major

Electrical Engineering

Major Professor

Aly E. Fathy

Committee Members

Benjamin J. Blalock, Jayne Wu

Abstract

A compact Ultra wide-band (UWB) radar system for through-wall applications has been developed. Lightweight, portable and low in power consumption, it is configurable for both bistatic and monostatic operation. It uses low cost, off-the-shelf surface mount components, and is ideally suited for ranging, 3d-imaging, and wall characterization. Tests show excellent pulse width generation, resulting in very broadband transmission (0.7 – 5.6 GHz) and good receiver dynamic range, resulting in accurate measurement capabilities.

Recommended Citation

Magoon, Stephen G., "A Compact Ultra Wide-Band Radar System for See-Through-Wall Applications. " Master's Thesis, University of Tennessee, 2013.
https://trace.tennessee.edu/utk_gradthes/2621