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  • Ocean acoustics
  • Signal processing
  • Array signal processing

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  • Near-field Minimum Variance Distance Reciprocal (MVDR) algorithm performance degrades with limited sampling data.
  • Degradation is linked to optimal weight vector and output power spectrum characteristics.
  • Existing methods struggle with resolution degradation in low-snapshot scenarios.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To improve the robustness and positioning accuracy of the MVDR algorithm in near-field scenarios with limited data.
  • To address the resolution degradation issue in traditional angle loading techniques.
  • To enhance the positioning performance for underwater acoustic targets.

Main Methods:

  • Integration of vector hydrophones with an improved angle loading technique.
  • Analysis of MVDR performance degradation from optimal weight vector and output power spectrum perspectives.
  • Development of a novel angle loading method involving squaring loaded feature values to create an improved covariance matrix.

Main Results:

  • The proposed improved angle loading algorithm enhances resolution compared to traditional methods.
  • The enhanced algorithm demonstrates comparable performance to existing techniques.
  • Simulations and experimental data validate the algorithm's effectiveness and stability.

Conclusions:

  • The improved angle loading algorithm effectively resolves resolution degradation issues.
  • The combined approach of vector hydrophones and enhanced angle loading is suitable for near-field underwater acoustic target positioning.
  • This method offers a more robust solution for challenging acoustic positioning tasks.