Polarimetric scattering characteristics of simple radar targets using Hertz's vector potentials

Hertz's vector potential is used to compute the co- and cross-polarized scattered fields due to simple targets like an arbitrarily oriented wire, an arbitrarily oriented loop of wire, and an infinite cylinder. The monostatic cross-polarization properties of these targets are studied with different radar and target parameters. Important conclusions are summarized. It is found that under certain combinations of parameters, the cross-polarization radiation is significant even for simple targets.