Radar cross-section estimation for complex shapes

A method for estimating the radar cross section (RCS) of a complex shape such as an aircraft, a missile, or a satellite can be based on methods already developed for simple shapes. Several examples are reviewed to give the reader an idea of the nature of the results achievable with this approximatio...

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Published in:Proceedings of the IEEE 1965, Vol.53 (8), p.972-982, Article 972
Main Authors: Crispin, J.W., Maffett, A.L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Aircraft
Approximation methods
Electromagnetic scattering
Missiles
Radar cross section
Radar scattering
Satellites
Shape
Solid modeling
Spaceborne radar
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Summary:A method for estimating the radar cross section (RCS) of a complex shape such as an aircraft, a missile, or a satellite can be based on methods already developed for simple shapes. Several examples are reviewed to give the reader an idea of the nature of the results achievable with this approximation method. Since the ultimate objective is the determination of the radar reflectivity properties of an object of practical interest, interpreta ions and comparisons of RCS data are critical. Therefore, the use of averaging methods is also considered with particular emphasis being placed on the use of the cumulative distribution.
ISSN:0018-9219
1558-2256
DOI:10.1109/PROC.1965.4076