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A Low-SNR DOA Estimation Model Based on Sequential and Convolutional Feature Fusion
Wenchao He1,2, Yiran Shi2, Jianchao Wang2
1School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Changchun Humanities and Sciences College, Changchun 130118, China.
Sensors (Basel, Switzerland)
|May 27, 2026
Summary
This study introduces a new hybrid deep learning framework for direction-of-arrival (DOA) estimation. The novel approach significantly improves accuracy and efficiency in low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) environments compared to traditional methods.
Area of Science:
- Array Signal Processing
- Deep Learning Applications
- Wireless Communications
Background:
- Direction-of-arrival (DOA) estimation is crucial for radar, sonar, and communications.
- Traditional DOA methods (MUSIC, ESPRIT) face computational challenges and poor low SNR performance.
- Deep learning offers potential for enhanced DOA estimation accuracy and robustness.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a novel hybrid deep learning framework for DOA estimation.
- To improve DOA estimation performance, especially in low signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) conditions.
- To achieve higher accuracy and computational efficiency compared to existing methods.
Main Methods:
- A hybrid framework combining ResNet and Mamba state-space model.
- Feature fusion mechanism integrating spatial features and sequential patterns.
- MLP for DOA regression using fused features from a uniform linear array.
Main Results:
- The hybrid model significantly outperforms traditional methods (MUSIC, ESPRIT) at low SNRs.
- Demonstrated superior estimation accuracy and computational efficiency in simulated datasets.
- Achieved a 41.6% reduction in Root Mean Square Error (RMSE) at -5 dB SNR compared to MUSIC.
Conclusions:
- The proposed hybrid deep learning framework offers a robust solution for DOA estimation.
- Effective for low SNR environments, outperforming conventional and baseline models.
- Presents a promising advancement in array signal processing for various applications.
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