Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2012
DOI
10.3390/s120201336
Publication Title
Sensors
Volume
12
Issue
2
Pages
1336-1351
Abstract
The feasibility of using Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) sensor nodes is studied in a distributed network, aiming at dynamic surveillance and tracking of ground targets. Data acquisition by low-cost (<$50 US) miniature low-power radar through a wireless mote is described. We demonstrate the detection, ranging and velocity estimation, classification and tracking capabilities of the mini-radar, and compare results to simulations and manual measurements. Furthermore, we supplement the radar output with other sensor modalities, such as acoustic and vibration sensors. This method provides innovative solutions for detecting, identifying, and tracking vehicles and dismounts over a wide area in noisy conditions. This study presents a step towards distributed intelligent decision support and demonstrates effectiveness of small cheap sensors, which can complement advanced technologies in certain real-life scenarios.
Original Publication Citation
Kozma, R., Wang, L., Iftekharuddin, K., McCracken, E., Khan, M., Islam, K., . . . Demirer, R. M. (2012). A radar-enabled collaborative sensor network integrating COTS technology for surveillance and tracking. Sensors, 12(2), 1336-1351. doi: 10.3390/s120201336
Repository Citation
Kozma, Robert; Wang, Lan; Iftekharuddin, Khan; McCracken, Ernest; Khan, Muhammad; Islam, Khandakar; Bhurtel, Sushil R.; and Demirer, R. Murat, "A Radar-Enabled Collaborative Sensor Networking Integrating COTS Technology for Surveillance and Tracking" (2012). Electrical & Computer Engineering Faculty Publications. 74.
https://digitalcommons.odu.edu/ece_fac_pubs/74