Estimation of Radar Cross Sectional Area of Target using Simulation Algorithm
Tarig Ibrahim Osman Ahmed1*, Moutaman Mirghani2
Citation : Tarig Ibrahim Osman Ahmed, Moutaman Mirghani, Estimation of Radar Cross Sectional Area of Target using Simulation Algorithm International Journal of Research Studies in Electrical and Electronics Engineering 2018, 4(2) : 20-24
This paper presents an Estimation of Radar Cross Sectional Area of Target using Simulation
Algorithm. Most radar systems use RCS as a means of discrimination. Therefore, accurate prediction of
target RCS is critical in order to design and develop robust discrimination algorithms. Additionally,
measuring and identifying the scattering centers (sources) for a given target aid in developing RCS reduction
techniques. Another reason of lesser importance is that RCS calculations require broad and extensive
technical knowledge, thus many scientists and scholars find the subject challenging and intellectually
motivating. Two categories of RCS prediction methods are available:
1. Exact prediction methods.
2. Approximate prediction methods.
Exact methods of RCS prediction are very complex even for simple shape objects. This is because they
require solving either differential or integral equations that describe the scattered waves from an object
under the proper set of boundary conditions. Such boundary conditions are governed by Maxwell's
equations. Even when exact solutions are achievable, they are often difficult to interpret and to program
using digital computers. Due to the difficulties associated with the exact RCS prediction, approximate
methods become the viable alternative. The majority of the approximate methods are valid in the optical
region, and each has its own strengths and limitations. Most approximate methods can predict RCS within
few decibels of the truth. In general, such a variation is quite acceptable by radar engineers and designers.
Approximate methods are usually the main source for predicting RCS of complex and extended targets such
as aircrafts, ships, and missiles. When experimental results are available, they can be used to validate and
verify the approximations. Some of the most commonly used approximate method s are Geometrical Optics
(GO), Physical Optics (PO), Geometrical Theory of Diffraction (GTD), Physical Theory of Diffraction
(PTD), and Method of Equivalent Currents (MEC) so in this paper we try to Estimate a Radar Cross
Sectional Area of Target using Simulation Algorithm.