Dr. Timothy Joseph Kane, Thesis Supervisor Dr. Julio V. Urbina, Thesis Honors Advisor
Keywords:
Mie Theory Ground Penetrating Radar Resonance Radar Imaging Radar Rayleigh Physical Optics Resonance Genetic Optimization Algorithm Jet Propulsion Laboratory Vector Network Analyzer Frequency Frequency Response Transfer Function SNR Electromagnetics Clutter Imaging Nicole Bienert S11
Abstract:
Resonance Radar Imaging (RRI) is a novel technique which surpasses traditional radar techniques by enabling shadow region imaging and deep medium penetration. This could enable imaging of deep aquifers and magma chambers which is not possible with current ground penetrating radar technologies. RRI identifies the electrical properties and shape of an object by matching the unique frequency response with theory. Frequencies surrounding resonance are used. Resonance peaks determine cross sectional area, the Physical Optics Regime yields information about shape and the backscatter strength in the Rayleigh region determines the objects volume. This paper presents experimental and theoretical support for the RRI concept.
