Improve Radar Performance at Lower Costs with Photonics
Improve Radar Performance at Lower Costs with Photonics
Low-frequency Photonics Based Broadband Radar Imaging & Sensing
Tags: The University of Sydney, Australia, Electronics & Robotics, Security & First Responders
Photonics-based radar offers high performance with simpler, low-cost architecture. It uses a frequency-shifting loop and laser for broad frequency waveforms. The system converts filtered optical signals to electrical, enhancing radar resolution and bandwidth. It enables cost-effective applications in SAR imaging and biometric monitoring. Tested for real-time imaging, it achieved <1 cm range resolution and can be used in applications like security inspection, internal testing, autopilot and target identification.
IP Type or Form Factor: Patent Granted; Platform
TRL: 8 - product is ready for commercial scale up
Industry or Tech Area: Photonics & Optoelectronics; Defense & Security
