Two Dimensional Scattering Analysis of Data-Linked Support Strings for Bistatic Measurement Systems

<p>Use of data-linked strings to support a bistatic antenna is being considered as a possible improvement to indoor bistatic radar cross section measurement systems. Analysis of candidate data-linked strings is required to understand the potential clutter contribution posed by such a system. The main objective of this research is to determine the scattering properties of four data-linked support string samples. Another goal is to determine the material properties of the string material through nondestructive means if possible. The final goal is to model the samples as a single wire coated with a dielectric material and determine the validity of the model. To meet these goals the two dimensional radar cross section of each sample is measured with a focused beam system. The resulting measurements are used in conjunction with an analytic model of a dielectric-coated wire to estimate the material properties of the string material. Finally a dielectric-coated wire model for each sample is analyzed using COMSOL Multiphysics software and the results are compared with the measured two dimensional radar cross section.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>