Multitarget detection algorithm for automotive FMCW radar

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Abstract

Today, 77 GHz FMCW (Frequency Modulation Continuous Wave) radar has strong advantages of range and velocity detection for automotive applications. However, FMCW radar brings out ghost targets and missed targets in multi-target situations. In this paper, in order to resolve these limitations, we propose an effective pairing algorithm, which consists of two steps. In the proposed method, a waveform with different slopes in two periods is used. In the 1st pairing processing, all combinations of range and velocity are obtained in each of two wave periods. In the 2nd pairing step, using the results of the 1st pairing processing, fine range and velocity are detected. In that case, we propose the range-velocity windowing technique in order to compensate for the non-ideal beat-frequency characteristic that arises due to the non-linearity of the RF module. Based on experimental results, the performance of the proposed algorithm is improved compared with that of the typical method.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationRadar Sensor Technology XVI
DOIs
StatePublished - 2012
EventRadar Sensor Technology XVI - Baltimore, MD, United States
Duration: 23 Apr 201225 Apr 2012

Publication series

NameProceedings of SPIE - The International Society for Optical Engineering
Volume8361
ISSN (Print)0277-786X

Conference

ConferenceRadar Sensor Technology XVI
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBaltimore, MD
Period23/04/1225/04/12

Keywords

  • FMCW radar
  • detection algorithm
  • multi-target detection
  • pairing

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