A Radar-Enabled Collaborative Sensor Network Integrating COTS Technology for Surveillance and Tracking

Sensors

Robert Kozma¹  Lan Wang¹  Khan Iftekharuddin²  Ernest McCracken¹  Muhammad Khan¹  Khandakar Islam¹  Sushil R. Bhurtel¹ 

[1]Center for Large-Scale Integrated Optimization & Networks (CLION), FedEx Institute of Technology, University of Memphis, 365 Innovation Drive, Memphis, TN 38152, USA

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[3]Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529, USA

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关键词: Doppler radar;    wireless sensor mote;    autonomous sensor network;    surveillance;    tracking;   

DOI  :  10.3390/s120201336

来源: mdpi

【 摘 要 】

The feasibility of using Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) sensor nodes is studied in a distributed network, aiming at dynamic surveillance and tracking of ground targets. Data acquisition by low-cost (<$50 US) miniature low-power radar through a wireless mote is described. We demonstrate the detection, ranging and velocity estimation, classification and tracking capabilities of the mini-radar, and compare results to simulations and manual measurements. Furthermore, we supplement the radar output with other sensor modalities, such as acoustic and vibration sensors. This method provides innovative solutions for detecting, identifying, and tracking vehicles and dismounts over a wide area in noisy conditions. This study presents a step towards distributed intelligent decision support and demonstrates effectiveness of small cheap sensors, which can complement advanced technologies in certain real-life scenarios.

【 授权许可】

CC BY   
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