PLFM_RADAR is a phased array radar system designed for target detection and tracking at a 10.5 GHz operating frequency. It integrates an LFM waveform generator, a radar signal processor, and an electronic beam steer controller to function as a low-cost radar solution.
The system differentiates itself through electronic beam steering, which uses phase shifters to adjust antenna elevation and azimuth without physical movement. It also incorporates a geospatial target tracker that fuses GPS and IMU sensor data to provide real-time position and attitude correction for plotting targets.
The project covers several technical areas, including signal processing for pulse compression and frequency analysis, waveform generation using digital converters and mixers, and hardware management for microcontroller-based power sequencing of voltage rails. It includes data visualization tools for displaying real-time target plots with integrated map support.
