Space-based Sub-THz Inverse Synthetic Aperture Radar (ISAR) Image Formation and Orbital Optimisation for Monitoring of Geostationary Assets

Gruffudd Jones*, Morgan Coe, Leah Soledad Alconcel, Mike Cherniakov, Marina Gashinova

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Abstract

The Pervasive Sensing group at the University of Birmingham is exploring in-orbit conditional monitoring of satellites using inverse synthetic aperture radar (ISAR) as a technique for dedicated observation of high-value space-based assets. In this work, the feasibility of geostationary orbit (GEO) observation by optimising monitoring satellite orbital parameters for sub-THz ISAR data acquisition has been assessed. A proprietary propagation simulator, Gofod, has been used to devise the scenarios for which launch conditions, stability, periodicity and time of dwell on the target will deliver the best observation of key observed satellite features. Simulation results have been validated with commercial software.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationEGU General Assembly 2024
PublisherEGUsphere
Number of pages1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 8 Mar 2024
EventEGU General Assembly 2024 - Vienna, Austria
Duration: 14 Apr 202419 Apr 2024
https://www.egu24.eu/

Conference

ConferenceEGU General Assembly 2024
Abbreviated titleEGU2024
Country/TerritoryAustria
CityVienna
Period14/04/2419/04/24
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