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Solid-State vs. Magnetron Radar
April 29, 2022Many different types of radar have been used in military operations over the last century. But in today’s tactical radar market, solid-state radar is the standard. However, before the invention of broadband technology, the original compact combat radars were powered by a magnetron. While magnetron radar is virtually obsolete nowadays, it played a critical […]
Micro-UAVs & Detection Methods
April 21, 2022Unmanned/uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have become a prominent threat to warfighters over the past decade—and they’re becoming increasingly dangerous with time. UAVs are the main component of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), which also include an operator and communication system for synchronization. Although they can be flown manually, most UAVs are controlled […]
4D AESA Radar Performance Considerations for the Counter Swarm (C-Swarm)
November 22, 2021By Dr. Arik D. Brown Counter unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) mission capability protects maneuver forces globally. It provides crucial situational awareness and neutralization against unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to maintain airspace advantage. The proliferation of UAS and their suitability for nefarious intentions has made them a high priority focus area for both commercial and DoD […]
Applications of Radar Around the World
August 9, 2021At RADA USA, we focus on the military applications of radar technology that keep our warfighters safe. But as part of the larger ecosystem of innovation, we’re always inspired by the unique radar types and uses around the world, from weather to the future of healthcare. Check out these six industries that are revolutionizing radar […]
Radar Basics You Should Know: Terms & Principles
July 3, 2021Whether you’re interested in a career in radar technology or simply find it a fascinating innovation, you’ll need to learn the basics before you can understand how complex radar systems work. Here is our guide to the radar basics and terminology you’ll need to know. What Does RADAR Stand For? Many people new to the […]
Radar Clutter Reduction Techniques for Warfighters
May 5, 2021Clutter is a significant risk to radar performance and the safety of warfighters around the world. Luckily, technological innovations allow us to build better, more modern radars that are less impacted by clutter. Additionally, there are several strategies and radar clutter reduction techniques to help modern warfighters get greater accuracy from the radars they use […]