Advanced array signal processing for industrial in-air sonar applications.

This basic research project seeks to advance our knowledge of in-air sonar sensing towards new industrial applications where traditional sensing techniques (optical, radar) suffer from physical limitations such as the environment (dust, mist) or limited object reflectivity (RF penetration). The knowledge gaps, identified by previous industrial collaborations, are to be answered by a mix of algebraic analysis, numerical computations and experimental prototype engineering. The focus will be on the application of advanced array signal processing techniques and real-time embedded systems. The outcome of this project will be a strengthened knowledge of in-air sonar sensing and additional background IP for future projects concerning economic exploitation of our technology.

Keywords:SONAR, 3D PERCEPTION, SENSOR ARRAYS

Disciplines:Applied mathematics in specific fields, Computer architecture and networks, Distributed computing, Information sciences, Information systems, Programming languages, Scientific computing, Theoretical computer science, Visual computing, Other information and computing sciences, Mechanics