Air and Spaceborne Radar Systems: An Introduction (Radar, Sonar, Navigation and Avionics) - Hardcover

Lacomme, P.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0852969813 ISBN 13: 9780852969816

Publisher: The Institution of Engineering and Technology, 2001

Synopsis

This new practical title provides a comprehensive account of the current state of the main types of airborne and spaceborne radar systems. Each system is covered in terms of the basic radar principles, functions and properties, as well as the radar's role within the overall system and mission. Given changing operational requirements, the authors also consider how radar may evolve into the future. The book benefits greatly from the unique knowledge of the author team, who are working in a company considered to be a center of excellence for commercial radar development.

About this title

From the Publisher

A practical tool on radar systems that will be of major help to technicians, student engineers and engineers working in industry and in radar research and development. The many users of radar as well as systems engineers and designers will also find it highly useful. Also of interest to pilots and flight engineers and military command personnel and military contractors.

About the Author

Philippe Lacomme is a Senior Radar Designer with Thomson-CSF Detexis Company. He is the Technical Director of the Radar Unit, which is in charge of developing and producing airborne radar systems for Rafale aircraft, the Mirage 2000, and others. Professor Lacomme has taught radar theory at Thomson-CSF and in many universities and schools, and has lectured at numerous international conferences.

Edition details

• Publisher: The Institution of Engineering and Technology
• Publication date: 2001
• ISBN 10: 0852969813
• ISBN 13: 9780852969816
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 504