18498152. RADAR POWER CALIBRATION WITH MISMATCH COMPENSATION simplified abstract (NXP B.V.)
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RADAR POWER CALIBRATION WITH MISMATCH COMPENSATION
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mohamad El Ozeir of Toulouse (FR)
Cristian Pavao Moreira of FROUZINS (FR)
Pierre Pascal Savary of LEGUEVIN (FR)
RADAR POWER CALIBRATION WITH MISMATCH COMPENSATION - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18498152 titled 'RADAR POWER CALIBRATION WITH MISMATCH COMPENSATION
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a method and apparatus for calibrating the output power level of a power amplifier in a vehicle radar system to optimize the quality of the transmitted signal at the antenna reference plane (ARP).
Key Features and Innovation:
- Utilizes the coupled and isolated outputs of a bi-directional coupler to compensate for reflected power at the power amplifier output.
- Detectors at both coupler outputs measure both powers (coupled, isolated output) and apply corrections to the calibration target to compensate for reflected power.
- Improves output power calibration accuracy at ARP by compensating for reflected power, enhancing the overall performance of the radar system.
Potential Applications: The technology can be applied in vehicle radar systems, automotive safety systems, and other radar-based applications where accurate power calibration is crucial for optimal performance.
Problems Solved:
- Addresses the issue of reflected power at the power amplifier output, which can affect the quality and accuracy of the transmitted signal.
- Improves the calibration process to ensure that the output power level is optimized at the antenna reference plane.
Benefits:
- Enhanced quality and accuracy of the transmitted signal in vehicle radar systems.
- Improved performance and reliability of radar-based applications.
- Efficient calibration process for optimizing power output levels.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in automotive radar systems for collision avoidance, adaptive cruise control, and other safety features. It can also be integrated into industrial radar systems for various applications.
Prior Art: Prior research may include studies on power amplifier calibration methods in radar systems, antenna calibration techniques, and signal processing algorithms for optimizing radar performance.
Frequently Updated Research: Researchers may be exploring advancements in power amplifier design, calibration algorithms, and antenna technologies to further enhance the performance of radar systems.
Questions about Radar Power Amplifier Calibration: 1. How does the proposed method compensate for reflected power at the power amplifier output? 2. What are the potential implications of improved power calibration accuracy in vehicle radar systems?
Original Abstract Submitted
A first input signal that corresponds to an output transmitted signal of a power amplifier of a vehicle radar system is received and the output power level of the transmitted signal is calibrated to optimize quality of the transmitted signal at the antenna reference plane (ARP). The proposed calibration method and apparatus allows to improve the output power calibration accuracy at ARP by compensating for reflected power at power amplifier output. The proposed apparatus uses the coupled and the isolated outputs of a bi-directional coupler to compensate the mismatch between the output of the power amplifier and the ARP; detectors at both coupler outputs measure both powers (coupled, isolated output) and apply respective correction on the calibration target to compensate for reflected power.
