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Adaptive polarimetric sensing for optimum radar signature classification using a genetic search algorithm.

Firooz A Sadjadi1

  • 1Lockheed Martin Corporation, 3333 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55121, USA. Firooz.A.Sadjadi@lmco.com

Applied Optics
|July 21, 2006
PubMed
Summary

This study introduces an automated method for adaptive radar polarimetric pattern classification using a genetic algorithm. The technique identifies optimal polarization angles to significantly enhance target signature classification performance.

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Area of Science:

  • Radar polarimetry
  • Signal processing
  • Machine learning

Background:

  • Radar polarimetric pattern classification is crucial for target identification.
  • Optimizing polarization sensing angles can improve classification accuracy.
  • Existing methods may lack adaptability and automation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an automated technique for adaptive radar polarimetric pattern classification.
  • To identify optimal transmit and receive polarization sensing angles.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of various pattern separation distance functions.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a genetic algorithm for optimization.
  • Employed seven probabilistic pattern separation distance functions (Rayleigh quotient, Bhattacharyya, divergence, Kolmogorov, Matusta, Kullback-Leibler, Bayesian probability of error).

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  • Applied the method to real, fully polarimetric synthetic aperture radar target signatures, represented as functions of polarization angles.

    • Main Results:

    • A unique set of optimal polarization angles was identified for most distance functions.
    • The identified angles demonstrated potential for improved classification performance.
    • The automated approach proved effective in optimizing classification parameters.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed automated technique successfully optimizes polarization sensing angles for adaptive radar polarimetric pattern classification.
    • This optimization leads to enhanced target signature classification.
    • The findings suggest a significant improvement in radar target recognition capabilities.