Title :
MMWR/FLIR/ATR sensor fusion: proof of concept
Author :
Woolett, Jerry F.
Author_Institution :
Boeing Co., Seattle, WA, USA
fDate :
6/1/1988 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
To improve the relocatable target capabilities of strategic aircraft, a sensor fusion concept using a millimeter-wave radar (MMWR) and a forward-looking infrared (FLIR) system providing inputs to an auto target recognizer (ATR) has been developed. To prove this concept, a cooperative research effort is being conducted by a group of industry leaders in bomber avionics, MMWR, and ATR technologies. The author discusses the concept and the plan developed to test, evaluate, and demonstrate the expected performance.<>
Keywords :
aircraft instrumentation; infrared detectors; radar systems; radionavigation; MMWR/FLIR/ATR; aircraft instrumentation; auto target recognizer; bomber avionics; forward looking IR system; millimeter-wave radar; relocatable target; sensor fusion; strategic aircraft; Aerospace electronics; Airplanes; Azimuth; Integrated circuit technology; Laser radar; Military aircraft; Radar detection; Radar imaging; Sensor fusion; Weapons;
Journal_Title :
Aerospace and Electronic Systems Magazine, IEEE
