Sensors for Ranging and Imaging is a comprehensive textbook and
professional reference that provides a solid background in active
sensing technology. This new edition has been comprehensively updated
and expanded to include the latest radar technologies.
Beginning with an introductory section on signal generation, filtering
and modulation, the book follows with chapters on radiometry (infrared
and microwave) as a background to the active sensing process. The core
of the book is concerned with active sensing, starting with active
ranging and active imaging sensors (operational principles, components),
and goes through the derivation of the radar (and lidar) range
equations, and the detection of echo signals, both fundamental to the
understanding of radar, sonar and lidar imaging. Further chapters cover
signal propagation of both electromagnetic and acoustic energy, and
target and clutter characteristics. The remainder of the book involves
the basics of the range measurement process, active imaging with an
emphasis on noise and linear frequency modulation techniques, Doppler
processing, and target tracking.
This systematic and thorough guide to ranging and imaging sensors is
invaluable for graduate students studying sensing systems and industry
professionals wishing to expand or update their knowledge. It offers
clear, detailed explanations alongside worked examples to provide
readers with an in-depth understanding of the material.
