RCS Validation of Asymptotic Techniques Using Measured Data of an Electrically Large Complex Model Airframe
Keywords:
Asymptotic methods, CAD model accuracy, RCS measurements, validationAbstract
This paper validates the accuracy with which various asymptotic techniques including RL-GO and SBR can calculate the RCS of an electrically large complex airframe. This target has a maximum electrical length of 106?. Two CEM packages are utilized namely, CST MWS and FEKO. The simulated RCS results are compared to measured RCS data, obtained in a compact range. The effect of the 3D CAD model accuracy on the simulation accuracy is also investigated. Comparisons between simulated and measured RCS data are provided using RCS plots and ISAR images.
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