Scattering theory with application to synthetic aperture radar
Abstract
A Green's function scattering theory is outlined analogous to the T-matrix scattering theory of quantum mechanics and using an integral equation of the Lippman Schwinger type. To apply the scattering theory to microwave imaging the Green's function representations are combined with a system model. A number of SAR imaging mechanisms are identified. These include complex Bragg waves, azimuthal tilting, a motion effect cut-off and a temporal resolution effect. An application to SAR 580 processing is indicated.
- Publication:
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Coherent and Incoherent Radar Scattering from Rough Surfaces and Vegetated Areas
- Pub Date:
- May 1981
- Bibcode:
- 1981cirs.rept...93R
- Keywords:
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- Coherent Scattering;
- Green'S Functions;
- Incoherent Scattering;
- Ocean Surface;
- Radar Imagery;
- Radar Scattering;
- Synthetic Aperture Radar;
- Bragg Angle;
- Field Theory (Algebra);
- Mathematical Models;
- Microwave Imagery;
- Water Waves;
- Communications and Radar