Modern Radar Systems and Applications by Dr. Roger Sullivan provides a thorough, quantitative introduction to general radar, bridging foundational theory with advanced imaging and radar concepts. Developed from courses taught at the Institute for Defense Analysis, this book equips readers—whether radar novices or seasoned professionals—with the essential knowledge and practical tools used in radar design.
Topics include:
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Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) – with four dedicated chapters covering 2D and 3D point-spread functions (PSF), dechirp/deskew processing, image layover, vibrating targets, foliage penetration, and image quality parameters.
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Space-Time Adaptive Processing (STAP)
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Moving Target Indication (MTI)
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Bistatic Radar and Low Probability of Intercept (LPI) Radar
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Weather Radar and Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR)
The book guides readers step-by-step through modern airborne microwave radar development and emerging technologies, making it an indispensable reference for engineers, scientists, and students in electrical engineering, physics, and radar. It also provides a comprehensive introduction to radar imaging, combining theory, formulas, and practical applications in one accessible resource.
