2.4 Summary

In Chapter 2, a summary of the main components constituting a radar system, the system design and some basic theory on radar performance has been provided. Radar measurements have been discussed, which form the basis of providing high-resolution modes.

The main functions involved in the provision of a radar target recognition mode have been outlined. High-resolution radar signatures are used for recognising targets and are dependent upon the target's shape, size, constituting materials, aspect angle and radar wavelength. The fundamental scattering mechanisms from targets have been presented.

The following chapters build on the basic information provided in this chapter and explain the concepts involved in designing and implementing radar target recognition modes.