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LDO-ID 2021-09-17-04

Title Towards Cognitive IRST

Abstract

Cognitive radar systems adapt processing, receiver and transmitted waveform parameters by continuously learning and interacting with the operative environment. IRST systems are passive; as such no RF emission is involved. Nevertheless, the cognitive paradigm can be applied to passive sensors in order to optimize operational modes choice, platform and processing parameters on the fly. A cognitive based IRST, while enhancing the overall performance of the system, would also reduce the crew workload during the mission. In this paper, steps and challenge toward cognitive IRST are described, along with a proof-of-concept example of improved tracking capabilities using reinforcement learning methods.

Authors Conte Roberto, Castaldo Francesco, Leoni Andrea, Stellino Flavio, Andreoni Alessandro, Fortunato Luca

Type Paper for Seminar/Symposium/Conference

Media SPIE Security + Defence Conference (13-17 September 2021, Online Only)

Web site

https://www.spiedigitallibrary.org/conference-proceedings-of-spie/11866/118660I/Towards-cognitive-IRST/10.1117/12.2600250.full?SSO=1

Anno 2021

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