Iceberg Classification Using Side Looking Airborne Radar,

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Abstract:

The Coast Guard has been experimenting with a Side Looking Airborne Radar for use in radar target classification by the International Ice Patrol. The report, which was prepared for the International Ice Patrol, outlines the classification clues and techniques that appear valid at this time for classifying targets as either ice or other than ice. In addition, the report contains information on mensuration, mission planning and radar malfunctions to enhance its value as a training aid. Author

Author(s):
Farmer, L. D.
Author Organization(s):
COAST GUARD WASHINGTON D C
Pagination:
0043

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Project Number(s):
CG-726414
 Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
No COI(s) Identified
Descriptor(s):
(*SEA ICE, RADAR TRACKING), AIRBORNE, RADAR TARGETS, CLASSIFICATION, IDENTIFICATION, MEASUREMENT, FAILURE, RADAR EQUIPMENT, SIDE LOOKING RADAR, COAST GUARD
Field(s)/Group(s):
Snow, Ice and Permafrost, Active and Passive Radar Detection and Equipment
Keyword(s):
*ICEBERGS, *ICE REPORTING, INTERNATIONAL ICE PATROL
Report Date:
1972 May 01