Effective Detection and Classification of Diverse Targets with Ku-band Medium-range Single-faced Array Radar

  The DD - R21 Ku - band medium - range monopolar array radar is a highly advanced piece of equipment. It incorporates a fully solid - state, fully coherent, and pulse Doppler system. This system acts as a critical enabling element, imbuing the radar with all - weather detection capabilities. Specifically, it is designed to perform early warning functions for "low, small, slow" targets. Detecting such targets can be quite challenging owing to their intrinsic characteristics.

  To enhance its detection and classification capabilities, the radar makes use of machine learning and AI recognition technologies. These technologies are based on two fundamental aspects: "micro - Doppler signatures" and "flight path features". By leveraging these, the radar can effectively detect and classify a wide variety of targets. This includes drones, which have become increasingly common in various airspace scenarios. Light aircraft, helicopters, powered triplanes, airships, and airborne balloons are also among the targets that can be accurately identified. One of the most remarkable features is that it achieves this with extremely low false alarm rates, ensuring reliable performance.

  The radar is also fitted with a unique two - dimensional phase scanning system. This system provides significant flexibility as it can be expanded into different configurations. For instance, it can be configured as "azimuth mechanical scanning + elevation phase scanning". This particular configuration may be beneficial in certain applications where a more detailed and targeted scanning approach is required. Additionally, it can be converted into multi - polar arrays. These different configurations are of great importance as they can meet the diverse application requirements across various fields, whether for security monitoring, air traffic management in specific areas, or other related tasks.