Fundamentals of Modern Electronic Warfare (EW) and Radar Systems Training by Tonex
Fundamentals of Modern Electronic Warfare (EW) and Radar Systems is a comprehensive course that provides an in-depth exploration of the fundamentals of modern electronic warfare (EW) and radar systems. It covers essential concepts in electronics, radar equations, electronic warfare principles, antenna technology, microwave components, electro-optics, and infrared systems. Participants will gain a strong foundation in these critical areas, equipping them with the knowledge needed to understand and work with contemporary EW and radar technologies.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define the fundamental principles of radar technology.
- Differentiate between different types of radar systems and their operational principles.
- Understand the radar equation and its components.
- Identify and describe the key components of a radar system, including transmitters, receivers, and antennas.
- Describe the various radar modes, such as search, track, and surveillance.
- Explain target detection and tracking principles using radar.
- Explore the basics of radar signal processing, including Doppler processing and range measurement.
- Define electronic warfare and its critical role in modern conflicts.
- Differentiate between electronic attack (EA), electronic protection (EP), and electronic warfare support (ES) operations in EW.
- Understand the principles of spectrum management and its impact on EW.
- Explore various electronic warfare techniques, including jamming, deception, and spoofing.
- Analyze the concept of electronic countermeasures (ECM) and strategies for countering them.
- Explain the synergistic integration of radar and electronic warfare systems for superior situational awareness.
- Analyze the pivotal role of radar and electronic warfare in information warfare.
- Understand active and passive electronic warfare techniques and their applications.
Target Audience:
- Military personnel involved in electronic warfare and radar operations.
- Defense industry professionals working on radar and EW system development.
- Engineers and technicians in the telecommunications and radar industry.
- Anyone interested in gaining a comprehensive understanding of modern electronic warfare and radar systems.
Course Outline:
The Fundamentals
- Understand the Frequency Spectrum and its relevance in electronic warfare and radar systems.
- Calculate and apply the Decibel (dB) scale for signal strength measurement.
- Analyze Duty Cycle and its implications in signal processing.
- Explain the Doppler Shift phenomenon in radar and its applications.
- Apply essential Electronic Formulas to solve practical problems.
- Identify Missile and Electronic Equipment Designations.
- Describe Radar Horizon, Line of Sight, Propagation Time, and Resolution concepts.
- Comprehend Modulation techniques and their relevance in signal processing.
- Discuss the principles of Transforms and Wavelets in signal analysis.
Fundamentals of EW
- Understand Electronic Warfare Principles.
- Differentiate between Electronic Attack (EA), Electronic Protection (EP), and Electronic Warfare Support (ES).
- Explore Spectrum Management in EW.
- Analyze Naval, Ground, Airborne, and Cyber Electronic Warfare.
- Explain the integration of C6ISR and EW.
- Familiarize with SIGINT, COMINT, ELINT, and MASINT.
- Explore Denial (OPSEC), Indications & Warning, and Deception in EW.
Electronic Warfare Platforms and Technologies
- Differentiate between active and passive types of electronic warfare.
- Explain Passive Electronic Support Measures (ESM) and Electronic Counter Measures (ECM).
- Analyze Anti-ECM Electronic Counter-Counter Measures (ECCM).
Radar Equations
- Calculate Field Intensity and Power Density.
- Understand target range, angles (azimuth & elevation), size (radar cross-section), speed (Doppler), and features.
- Explain the One-Way Radar Equation, Two-Way Radar Equation (Monostatic & Bistatic), and Alternate Two-Way Radar Equation.
- Evaluate Jamming to Signal (J/S) Ratios in Constant Power and Constant Gain scenarios.
- Discuss Burn Through/Crossover Range and Support Jamming.
- Analyze Radar Cross Section (RCS), Emission Control (EMCON), and EW Jamming Techniques.
EW Assets, Radar, EO/IR Characteristics
- Explore RF Atmospheric Absorption and Ducting.
- Understand Receiver Sensitivity, Noise, and Receiver Types.
- Examine Radar Modes, IFF (Identification Friend or Foe), and Signal Sorting.
- Learn about EO/IR Characteristics and their applications.
Fundamentals of Antennas
- Introduce Antenna Basics, Polarization, and Radiation Patterns.
- Analyze Frequency and Phase Effects of Antennas.
- Explain Antenna Near Field and Radiation Hazards.
- Explore Active Electronically Scanned Arrays (AESA) and Fractal Antennas.
Microwave, RF, and EO/IR Components
- Discuss Microwave Waveguides, Coaxial Cables, and VSWR/Reflection Coefficient.
- Understand Microwave Coaxial Connectors, Power Dividers, Directional Couplers, Attenuators, Filters, and DC Blocks.
- Explore Terminations, Dummy Loads, Circulators, Diplexers, Mixers, Frequency Discriminators, and Detectors.
- Learn about RF/Microwave Amplifiers, Signal Generation, Digital Processing Components, and Microwave Measurements.
Electro Optics and IR
- Explore the Optical Spectrum and Radiometric Quantities.
- Understand Photometric Quantities and Basic Principles of Electro Optics.
- Analyze Infrared Source Characteristics and Atmospheric Transmission.
- Learn about EO Components and Sensors, IR Threats, IRCM, Lasers, Fiber Optics, and Laser Safety.
Introduction to Infrared Search and Track (IRST)
- Understand IRST Use Cases in fighter aircraft, warships, UAVs, and military surveillance.
- Explore System Design, Components, Performance Metrics, and Operational Principles.
- Discuss System Engineering, Requirement Drivers, Performance Analysis, and Test & Evaluation Techniques.