Northeastern University (20240280682). MILLIMETER-WAVE MASSIVE MIMO FMCW RADAR WITH BINARY-PHASE-CODED OFDM simplified abstract
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MILLIMETER-WAVE MASSIVE MIMO FMCW RADAR WITH BINARY-PHASE-CODED OFDM
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Jose Angel Martinez-lorenzo of Wellesley MA (US)
MILLIMETER-WAVE MASSIVE MIMO FMCW RADAR WITH BINARY-PHASE-CODED OFDM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240280682 titled 'MILLIMETER-WAVE MASSIVE MIMO FMCW RADAR WITH BINARY-PHASE-CODED OFDM
The abstract describes a multiple-input-multiple-output (MIMO) radar system that includes software-defined millimeter-wave (SDMMW) nodes, a host processing system, and a MIMO aperture array. Each SDMMW node forms a MIMO TX channel and a MIMO RX channel, with a MMW frequency-modulated continuous wave (FMCW) oscillator source generating a MMW FMCW signal.
- The system comprises two or more SDMMW nodes.
- It includes a host processing system connected to the SDMMW nodes.
- A MIMO aperture array is coupled to the SDMMW nodes.
- Each SDMMW node has an upconverter assembly and a downconverter assembly.
- The system utilizes a MMW FMCW oscillator source to generate signals.
Potential Applications: - Surveillance and reconnaissance - Autonomous vehicles - Weather monitoring - Defense and security systems
Problems Solved: - Improved radar performance - Enhanced target detection and tracking - Increased data accuracy
Benefits: - Higher resolution imaging - Increased detection range - Enhanced signal processing capabilities
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Radar Systems for Enhanced Surveillance and Detection This technology can be used in military defense systems, autonomous vehicles, weather monitoring stations, and security surveillance applications. The market implications include improved safety and security measures, enhanced data collection for research purposes, and increased efficiency in various industries.
Questions about MIMO Radar Systems: 1. How does the MIMO radar system improve target detection compared to traditional radar systems?
- The MIMO radar system utilizes multiple antennas to transmit and receive signals simultaneously, allowing for better spatial resolution and improved target detection in cluttered environments.
2. What are the key advantages of using software-defined millimeter-wave nodes in radar systems?
- SDMMW nodes offer flexibility in signal processing and modulation, enabling adaptive radar operation and enhanced performance in various scenarios.
Original Abstract Submitted
a multiple-input-multiple-output (mimo) radar system comprises two or more software-defined millimeter-wave (sdmmw) nodes, a host processing system that is electrically coupled to the two or more sdmmw nodes, and a mimo aperture array coupled to the two or more sdmmw nodes. the mimo radar system is configured to form a mimo tx channel and a mimo rx channel for each of the two or more sdmmw nodes. the mimo radar system includes a millimeter wave (mmw) frequency-modulated continuous wave (fmcw) oscillator source configured to generate a mmw fmcw signal. for each of the two or more sdmmw nodes, the radar system includes an upconverter assembly and a downconverter assembly.
