Phase noise analysis in FMCW radar systems

Kashif Siddiq, Robert J. Watson, Steve R. Pennock, Philip Avery, Richard Poulton, Ben Dakin-Norris

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Abstract

Phase noise in radar transmitters is known to raise the noise floor around large targets, making impossible the detection & tracking of small targets nearby. This paper presents phase-noise modelling techniques, with a focus on homodyne FMCW radars, to accurately predict the level of phase noise expected in the radar display. Phase noise models of the sub-systems inside a typical radar are presented. We also discuss the cancellation of phase noise in coherent radar systems for short-ranges and analyse the situation for longer ranges. Practical measurements from a millimetre-wave radar system are presented to validate the theoretical modelling.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2015 European Radar Conference, EuRAD 2015 - Proceedings
PublisherIEEE
Pages501-504
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9782874870415
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 7 Dec 2015
Event12th European Radar Conference, EuRAD 2015 - Paris, France
Duration: 9 Sept 201511 Sept 2015

Publication series

Name2015 European Radar Conference, EuRAD 2015 - Proceedings

Conference

Conference12th European Radar Conference, EuRAD 2015
Country/TerritoryFrance
CityParis
Period9/09/1511/09/15

Keywords

  • Coherence
  • FMCW
  • Homodyne Radar
  • Phase Noise

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Control and Systems Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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