Simultaneous Estimation of Azimuth and Elevation Angles Using a Decision Tree-Based Method

Carballeira, Anabel Reyes; Figueiredo, Felipe Augusto Pereira de; Brito, José Marcos Câmara

doi:10.3390/s23167114

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“…In general, the experiments with hardware implementation of direction-finding techniques require significant time and cost. Hence, most studies utilize computer simulations to validate their proposed techniques [26][27][28][29]. Hence, we also validate our proposed simultaneous CI technique through extensive computer simulations in this paper.…”

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Simultaneous Correlative Interferometer Technique for Direction Finding of Signal Sources

Oh,

Lee,

Lee

et al. 2023

Sensors

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In this paper, we propose a novel simultaneous Correlative Interferometer (CI) technique that elaborately estimates the Direction of Arrival (DOA) of multiple source signals incident on an antenna array. The basic idea of the proposed technique is that the antenna-array-based receiver compares the phase of the received signal with one of the candidates at each time sample and jointly exploits these multiple time samples to estimate the DOAs of multiple signal sources. The proposed simultaneous CI-based DOA estimation technique collectively utilizes multiple time-domain samples and can be regarded as a generalized version of the conventional CI algorithm for the case of multiple time-domain samples. We first thoroughly review the conventional CI algorithm to comprehensively explain the procedure of the direction-finding algorithm that adopts the phase information of received signals. We also discuss several technical issues of conventional CI-based DOA estimation techniques that are originally proposed for the case of a single time-domain sample. Then, we propose a simultaneous CI-based DOA estimation technique with multi-sample diversity as a novel solution for the case of multiple time-domain samples. We clearly compare the proposed simultaneous CI technique with the conventional CI technique and we compare the existing Multiple Signal Classification (MUSIC)-based DOA estimation technique with the conventional CI-based technique by using the DOA spectrum as well. To the best of our knowledge, the simultaneous CI-based DOA estimation technique that effectively utilizes the characteristics of multiple signal sources over multiple time-domain samples has not been reported in the literature. Through extensive computer simulations, we show that the proposed simultaneous CI technique significantly outperforms both the conventional CI technique in terms of DOA estimation even in harsh environments and with various antenna array structures. It is worth noting that the proposed simultaneous CI technique results in much better performance than the classical MUSIC algorithm, which is one of the most representative subspace-based DOA estimation techniques.

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Simultaneous Correlative Interferometer Technique for Direction Finding of Signal Sources

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Lee,

Lee

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A Comprehensive Review of Direction-of-Arrival Estimation and Localization Approaches in Mixed-Field Sources Scenario

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Zakeri,

Andargoli

et al. 2024

IEEE Access

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Direction-of-arrival (DOA) estimation plays a crucial role in array signal processing across various domains, including radar, sonar, wireless communications, and seismic exploration. However, traditional DOA techniques often assume either far-field (FF) or near-field (NF) propagation, limiting their applicability in scenarios involving mixed-field sources. DOA estimation and localization in scenarios involving mixed NF and FF sources is a complex and dynamic field that has garnered significant research attention in recent years. This multifaceted and evolving area holds promise for addressing challenges in radar, wireless communications, and acoustic sensing applications. This review paper provides a comprehensive overview of the methodologies, techniques, and advancements in this domain. We categorize existing methodologies, discussing their advantages and limitations. Furthermore, we delve into the mathematical modeling of mixed-field sources and essential signal processing techniques for parameter estimation. Special attention is given to technical issues such as aperture loss, computational complexity, and hardware considerations. The paper discusses the various sources of noise in the mentioned scenario and highlights the importance of modeling noise accurately for effective estimation. It also explores different scenarios and assumptions considered in the literature, ranging from non-Gaussian and nonstationary noise environments to scenarios involving multipath propagation and unknown mutual coupling effects. A detailed examination of the statistical approaches used in DOA estimation and localization reveals a diverse range of methods, including higher-order statistics and second-order statistics, each with its own advantages and applications. A comparative evaluation of various approaches highlights their performance in terms of estimation accuracy, resolution, aperture loss and computational efficiency. This provides insights into the trade-offs involved in choosing between different approaches. The review also identifies promising future research directions, such as the exploration of advanced signal processing techniques like compressive sensing and deep learning, exact NF modeling, estimation based on one-bit measurements, the integration of polarization diversity, employing metasurface antennas, tracking parameters, and the utilization of full-wave or experimental data for a more realistic representation of the challenges. By reviewing advances in methodologies and techniques, as well as outlining future research directions aimed at addressing the complexities of mixed-field scenarios, this paper paves the way for the development of more robust and reliable localization systems capable of handling real-world complexities.

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Simultaneous Estimation of Azimuth and Elevation Angles Using a Decision Tree-Based Method

Cited by 2 publications

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Simultaneous Correlative Interferometer Technique for Direction Finding of Signal Sources

Simultaneous Correlative Interferometer Technique for Direction Finding of Signal Sources

A Comprehensive Review of Direction-of-Arrival Estimation and Localization Approaches in Mixed-Field Sources Scenario

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