Airborne Ground Clutter Modeling and Simulation with MATLAB

Resource Overview

Complete MATLAB implementation for airborne ground clutter modeling and simulation, featuring advanced signal processing algorithms and radar system integration. This comprehensive program includes clutter power spectrum calculation, terrain reflection coefficient modeling, and platform motion compensation.

Detailed Documentation

I have developed a complete MATLAB implementation for airborne ground clutter modeling and simulation. This program incorporates key algorithms including clutter power spectrum estimation using Ward's model, terrain scattering coefficient calculations based on different ground types, and Doppler frequency shift compensation for platform motion. The simulation employs phased array signal processing techniques and includes functions for radar parameter configuration, clutter signal generation, and statistical analysis of clutter characteristics. The implementation utilizes MATLAB's Signal Processing Toolbox and Phased Array System Toolbox to simulate realistic clutter scenarios with configurable radar parameters, platform altitude, velocity, and terrain conditions. The code features modular design with separate functions for clutter cell division, backscattering coefficient calculation, and coherent integration processing. This program provides engineers and researchers with a comprehensive toolset for analyzing ground clutter effects on airborne radar systems, enabling performance evaluation and interference mitigation strategy development in complex electromagnetic environments.