Signature prediction for model-based automatic target recognition

Eric R. Keydel; Shung Wu Lee

doi:10.1117/12.242042

10 June 1996 Signature prediction for model-based automatic target recognition

Eric R. Keydel, Shung Wu Lee

Proceedings Volume 2757, Algorithms for Synthetic Aperture Radar Imagery III; (1996) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.242042
Event: Aerospace/Defense Sensing and Controls, 1996, Orlando, FL, United States

Abstract

The moving and stationary target recognition (MSTAR) model- based automatic target recognition (ATR) system utilizes a paradigm which matches features extracted form an unknown SAR target signature against predictions of those features generated from models of the sensing process and candidate target geometries. The candidate target geometry yielding the best match between predicted and extracted features defines the identify of the unknown target. MSTAR will extend the current model-based ATR state-of-the-art in a number of significant directions. These include: use of Bayesian techniques for evidence accrual, reasoning over target subparts, coarse-to-fine hypothesis search strategies, and explicit reasoning over target articulation, configuration, occlusion, and lay-over. These advances also imply significant technical challenges, particularly for the MSTAR feature prediction module (MPM). In addition to accurate electromagnetics, the MPM must provide traceback between input target geometry and output features, on-line target geometry manipulation, target subpart feature prediction, explicit models for local scene effects, and generation of sensitivity and uncertainty measures for the predicted features. This paper describes the MPM design which is being developed to satisfy these requirements. The overall module structure is presented, along with the specific deign elements focused on MSTAR requirements. Particular attention is paid to design elements that enable on-line prediction of features within the time constraints mandated by model-driven ATR. Finally, the current status, development schedule, and further extensions in the module design are described.

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Eric R. Keydel and Shung Wu Lee "Signature prediction for model-based automatic target recognition", Proc. SPIE 2757, Algorithms for Synthetic Aperture Radar Imagery III, (10 June 1996); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.242042

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