Spatial acquisition of wideband frequency-hopping signals using adaptive array processing

Abstract

Algorithms for an adaptive antenna system are developed to estimate the direction of arrival for multiple signals to reduce spatial search. The system works in conjunction with a frequency hopping modem to minimize average acquisition time while improving the signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio at the modem input. Simulation results indicate that an adaptive antenna can optimize acquisition time and estimate signal direction simultaneously in the presence of interference.<>