Signal analysis, design methodolgy, and modular development of a TR module for phased array radars

A. A. Qureshi*, M. U. Afzal, T. Taqueer, M. A. Tarar

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Abstract

Phased array radars have received considerable importance both in commercial and defense communications. Lot of research has been carried out regarding development of its necessary components such as the antenna array, transmit/receive module (TRM) and processor unit. The cost, efficiency, wide bandwidth, and fabrication technology for the TRM have been pursued as key research areas. Cost reduction techniques till date have focused on the use of high tech MMIC fabrication techniques. Literature lacks in guiding a novice design engineer working on TRM in a cost effective manner. This paper presents mathematical analysis of signals processed in a TRM to enable a design engineer understand the constraints involved in the system design. The behavioral simulation, at 2.0 GHz, of TR module has been performed and, simulated results of phase shifter and TR switch sub-modules are also presented. Detailed system simulation is performed using lumped components for cost effective implementation in a lab environment. The results depict a close realization of the mathematical formulation.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationICET 2011
Subtitle of host publicationProceedings of the 7th International Conference on Emerging Technologies
Place of PublicationPiscataway, NJ
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
Pages1-6
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781457707681, 9781457707674
ISBN (Print)9781457707698
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2011
Externally publishedYes
Event2011 7th International Conference on Emerging Technologies, ICET 2011 - Islamabad, Pakistan
Duration: 5 Sept 20116 Sept 2011

Other

Other2011 7th International Conference on Emerging Technologies, ICET 2011
Country/TerritoryPakistan
CityIslamabad
Period5/09/116/09/11

Keywords

  • low noise amplifier
  • phase shifter
  • Phased array radar
  • power amplifier
  • TR switch
  • transmit/receive(TR) module

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