Si-Based 94-GHz Phased Array Transmit and Receive Modules for Real-Time 3D Radar Imaging

Jean Olivier Plouchart, Xiaoxiong Gu, Wooram Lee, Asaf Tzadok, Duixian Liu, Huijian Liu, Mark Yeck, Christian Baks, Alberto Valdes-Garcia

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Abstract

Compact phased array transmitter (TX) and receiver (RX) modules operating at 94 GHz are presented and demonstrated in a 3D radar imaging system. Each module consists of four SiGe ICs and a package that integrates 8X8 dual-polarized antennas and 10-GHz IF power combiners. Each TX and RX IC integrates beam-forming, frequency conversion, LO generation, and digital control functions. The modules have beam steering capabilities in both azimuth and elevation over a range of +/- 32 degrees. A radar imaging system is implemented comprising an evaluation board with one TX module and one RX module, FMCW signal generation and acquisition components, and an FPGA for fast beam steering control. The system can steer TX and RX beams to a given direction and perform a radar measurement in that direction in less than 100us, enabling 3D imaging in real time. Measurement results are presented for the modules and the prototype imaging system.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publication2019 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, IMS 2019
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages532-535
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9781728113098
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 2019
Event2019 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, IMS 2019 - Boston, United States
Duration: Jun 2 2019Jun 7 2019

Publication series

NameIEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium Digest
ISSN (Print)0149-645X

Conference

Conference2019 IEEE MTT-S International Microwave Symposium, IMS 2019
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityBoston
Period6/2/196/7/19

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Radiation
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering

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