Battlefield Surveillance Radar

Abstract. This review article outlines the operational requirement for Battlefield Surveillance Radar, and the design challenges that result. It is shown that the clutter problem on the battlefield leads to a Pulse Doppler solution. Design requirements are outlined and a typical current design is addressed. Possible future developments are discussed, and it is argued that future developments will be driven by the need for covert operation, with a drive towards active phased array antennas and LPI waveforms. In both cases, this takes advantage of expected advances in technology, and will lead to a more effective battlefield radar equipment.