Improved rank selection algorithm

Problem statement. A rank algorithm for selecting radio emission modes for operation in conditions of heterogeneity of sources and complex interference conditions, including the possible presence of mutual interference, is synthesized.Objective. The synthesis purpose is to ensure the independence of mode recognition from particular features of radio emission observation. Algorithm input is the primary signal processing result that includes such estimations as pulses durability, frequency and amplitude dynamics, and absolute variations. Primary decision statistics are formed using these values: observable signal base and relation variations of frequency and amplitude. Secondary statistics are formed based on primary ones using median and recursive or maximum and recursive smoothing. Each of the decision statistics in the multi-threshold procedure is transformed into a row of ranks, the size of which corresponds to the number of recognized modes. In aggregate, these lines form a ranking table (matrix) with colons representing recognized modes’ discrete descriptions. Fluent observation processing includes rank formation for used decision statistics. Mode recognition is performed either following a ranking table or using an additional voting procedure 2/3. An alternative approach consists of constructing the Manhattan mismatch metric of the current and reference ranks and making a decision on the criterion of the minimum mismatch metric.Results. Mode recognition performed on results of this comparison using unbalance metrics minimum criterion. Thresholds in frames of the ranking procedure are formed heuristically at ranking table formation. They are then used at fluent rank formation for observable modes. The performed numerical experiment shows that maximal and recursive filtration provides an errorless selection of all observable modes. This filtration represents the composition of maximum selection in sliding window and subsequent recursive first-order filtration. An additional advantage of this filtration is a simpler maximum selection in comparison with the median one. In perspective, it can provide increased operating speed.Practical implications. Performed consideration shows that rank selection is worthwhile at the observation of heterogeneous irradiation sources. Algorithm strength is decision simplicity in a complex situation. Additional algorithm advantage is the possibility of extending alternative irradiation modes and, hence, for more representative data sets.