Abstract
A microprocessor-controlled automatic clutter-cancellation subsystem, consisting of a programmable microwave attenuator and a programmable microwave phase-shifter controlled by a microprocessor-based control unit, has been developed for a microwave life-detection system (L-band 2 GHz or X-band 10 GHz) which can remotely sense breathing and heartbeat movements of living subjects. This automatic clutter-cancellation subsystem has drastically improved a very slow process of manual clutter-cancellation adjustment in our previous microwave system. This is very important for some potential applications including location of earthquake or avalanche-trapped victims through rubble. A series of experiments have been conducted to demonstrate the applicability of this microwave life-detection system for rescue purposes. The automatic clutter-canceler may also have a potential application in some CW radar systems.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 747-750 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | IEEE Transactions on Instrumentation and Measurement |
Volume | 40 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1991 Aug |
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Instrumentation
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering