To enable the resolution of multiple targets at long ranges and to increase detection sensitivity against low-closing-rate targets, a number of new waveforms have been developed. In this chapter the authors will take up three of these: Range-gated high PRF: Pulse burst: Monopulse doppler. The authors will also briefly consider a new search-while-track mode, which takes advantage of the ESA's extreme beam agility. The authors will introduce to a mode-management software architecture for flexibly allocating the radar's resources and ensuring prompt response to high priority requirements in complex tactical situations.

Chapter Contents:

• Range-Gated High PRF
• Pulse Burst
• Monopulse Doppler
• Search-While-Track (SWT) Mode
• Mode Management

Inspec keywords: Doppler radar; radar detection

Other keywords: complex tactical situations; pulse burst; ESA extreme beam agility; search-while-track mode; advanced waveforms; mode control; mode-management software architecture; radar resources; range-gated high PRF; monopulse Doppler; detection sensitivity; multiple targets

Subjects: Radar equipment, systems and applications; Signal detection