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  • Electromagnetic properties
  • Wave propagation
  • Measurement techniques

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  • Radar cross section (RCS) is a critical electromagnetic property.
  • Anechoic chambers are impractical for large structures like ships or clutter.
  • Computer simulations are computationally intensive for large-scale RCS prediction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a new scaling technique for accurate RCS measurement of large objects.
  • To overcome limitations of anechoic chambers and computational simulations.
  • To enable fast, convenient, and inexpensive RCS measurements.

Main Methods:

  • A scaling technique reducing model size by a factor of 100,000.
  • Utilizing near-infrared wavelengths for measurement.
  • Performing measurements in a tabletop setup.

Main Results:

  • Accurate RCS determination is achievable with the scaling technique.
  • The method's accuracy is validated against simulations.
  • Successful measurement demonstrated on a 1 mm detailed ship model.

Conclusions:

  • The developed scaling technique provides a versatile solution for RCS measurement.
  • This approach allows for rapid, economical, and accessible measurements.
  • It overcomes the practical limitations of conventional RCS measurement methods.