Evaluation of the Multifunction Phased Array Radar Planning Process

The Multifunction Phased Array Radar (MPAR) is one potentially cost-effective solution to meet the surveillance needs and of several agencies currently using decades-old radar networks. These agencies including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration s (NOAA) National Weather Service (NWS), the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the Department of Defense (DOD) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) have many and varied requirements and possible applications of modern radar technology. This book analyzes what is lacking in the current system, the relevant capabilities of phased array technology, technical challenges, cost issues, and compares possible alternatives. Both specific and overarching recommendations are outlined.

Summary

The Multifunction Phased Array Radar (MPAR) is one potentially cost-effective solution to meet the surveillance needs and of several agencies using radar networks. This book analyzes what is lacking in the system, the relevant capabilities of phased array technology, technical challenges, cost issues, and compares possible alternatives.

Product details

• Authors: Board on Atmospheric Sciences & Climate, Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climat, Board on Atmospheric Sciences and Climate, Committee on the Evaluation of the Multifunction Phased Array Radar Planning Process, Division On Earth And Life Studies, National Research Council
• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 14.09.2008
• EAN: 9780309124324
• ISBN: 978-0-309-12432-4
• No. of pages: 91
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Geosciences > General, dictionaries