The air traffic control radar beacon system (ATCRBS) experimental electronic scan antenna (ESA) consists of 56 array modules placed on a platform (ring) constructed around the top of an airport surveillance radar tower. A shelter beneath the tower provides an enclosure for the control and radiofrequency distribution system of the ESA. This final report covers the system testing to demonstrate the ATCRBS ESA dynamic capabilities in typical terminal environment and to examine beacon monopulse performance. It is concluded that the computer-controlled ATCRBS ESA demonstrated the automated features of the antenna, including agile beam management. In addition, the ATCRBS ESA monopulse target detection system was exercised during the flight test effort. This testing established that the field environment and aircraft maneuvering affected the resulting parameters of system operation (i.e., azimuth accuracy and received signal level). Basic monopulse target detection and processing is feasible for the ATCRBS. (Author)
Test and Evaluation of ATCRBS Electronic Scan Antenna (System Test)
1976
55 pages
Report
No indication
English
Radiofrequency Detection , Antennas , Air Transportation , Navigation & Guidance System Components , Air traffic control radar beacon systems , Radar antennas , Phased arrays , Electronic scanners , Monopulse radar , Target detection , Airport Radar systems , Radar beacons , Electronic scan antennas
ATCRBS Improvement Program Reflector Antenna Development
NTIS | 1976
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