Synopsis "Bistatic Radar: Principles and Practice "
Bistatic radars have been a focus of study since the earliest daysof radar research. Despite this, until recently only a few bistaticsystems have crossed the experimental study threshold, and,consequently there is little knowledge about them compared withtheir monostatic counterparts. Now, there is a fast growinginterest in bistatic radar, due to its importance in thedevelopment of defence, remote sensing, aerospace, meteorologicaland navigation application fields, as well as its uniquepecularities. These include covert operational ability relevant tothe receiver position, counter-stealth ability, and a potentiallyreduced cost as one transmitter can be used to send information toseveral receivers. With contributions from international experts working withbistatic radar, this book provides an introduction to thetechnology, covering information on basic principles and design.Starting with a detailed look at monostatic radar, examining thedevelopment of the field as a whole, the book then goes on to:introduce the classical aspects of bistatic radar such asgeometry, power budget and resolution;present an in depth analysis of bistatic scattering ofelectromagnetic waves;provide an overview of the bistatic radar potential whichfollows from their bistatic nature;discuss forward scattering radar;investigate forward scattering radar for air targets detectionand tracking;set out an experimental study of real world forward scatteringradar.Bistatic Radar: Principles and Practice gives anup-to-date overview of this important technology for practisingengineers and researchers involved in the design and implementationof bistatic radar in a range of industries. It is also a valuablereference for advanced students taking special courses in radartechnology.
