This document elucidates the impact of COFDM encoding on the overall performance of radar altimeters. A comprehensive analysis will be carried out to measure key performance metrics, such as range and resolution. The study will examine the positive outcomes of utilizing COFDM encoding in mitigating errors inherent in radar altimeter readings. Furth… Read More

Achieving reliable performance from radar altimeters in severe environments is essential. These instruments play a fundamental role in altitude determination for aeronautical applications, especially when dealing with unpredictable conditions such as heavy precipitation. Factors like atmospheric attenuation, surface reflectivity, and waveform fluct… Read More

Radar altimeters employ electromagnetic signals to measure the distance between the instrument and a ground. This principle allows for high-precision height measurement, making radar altimeters invaluable in various applications. Accurate measurements are achieved through the evaluation of the time delay between transmitted and received signals. B… Read More

Precise altimetry refers to the accurate measurement of height or elevation. Radar technology plays a crucial role in achieving this precision. By emitting electromagnetic waves and analyzing the time it takes for these waves to return from a target, radar systems can determine the distance between the sensor and the target, thus enabling precise … Read More