Abstract
Multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) technology has recently attracted attention with regard to improving the angular resolution of small antennas such as automotive radars. If appropriately placed, the co-located transmit and receive arrays can make a large virtual aperture. This paper proposes a new method for designing arrays by adopting a structure with minimum redundancy. The proposed structure can significantly increase the virtual array aperture while keeping the transmit and receive antennas at the same size. We describe the application of the proposed method to subarray-type antennas using multi-channel transceivers, which is essential for arranging RF hardware in a small antenna operating at high frequency. Further, we present an analysis of the final beam pattern and discuss its benefits and limitations.
Funder
Challengeable Future Defense Technology Research and Development Program
Subject
General Earth and Planetary Sciences