Simultaneous dual polarization radar system

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2006-05-23

2006-05-23

Sotomayor, John B. (Department: 3662)

Communications: directive radio wave systems and devices (e.g.,

Radar for meteorological use

C342S02600R, C342S188000

Reexamination Certificate

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07049997

ABSTRACT:
A simultaneous dual polarization radar system is disclosed that utilizes a RF power divider to replace the high speed dual polarization switches utilized in current dual polarization radar systems. The disclosed systems allow for transmission and reception in both horizontal and vertical signal modes simultaneously while repositioning critical receiver components above the elevation rotary coupler in a radar pedestal. A bypass switch is also utilized to allow for mode switching of a radar system and a dual polarization reception design is shown to allow for the economical capturing of linear depolarization ratios of selected atmospheric areas. These new designs eliminate the current problems experienced in current dual polarization radar system of long dwell times and velocity range reductions, and the elimination of the relatively expensive and unreliable polarization switch.

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