Publication Date
2008
Document Type
Thesis
Committee Members
Michael Bryant (Committee Member), Fred Garber (Committee Member), Brian Rigling (Advisor)
Degree Name
Master of Science in Engineering (MSEgr)
Abstract
A wide variety of real-world targets emit distinct acoustic signatures that not only distinguish them from one another but also provide spectral separation from background clutter. While acoustic signatures are distinct, they can also be highly variable, even for an individual target, making detection and tracking a challenging problem. This thesis presents a low-cost acoustic array using commercial off-the shelf (COTS) hardware to detect and track multiple small, moving, acoustic targets. It implements a cross-correlation method for calibration, delay-and-sum beamforming, CA-CFAR detection, a discrete Kalman filter for tracking, and nearest neighbor data association. In addition, the array is designed to be adaptable in use, mobile, and reproducible.
Page Count
45
Department or Program
Department of Electrical Engineering
Year Degree Awarded
2008
Copyright
Copyright 2008, all rights reserved. This open access ETD is published by Wright State University and OhioLINK.
