As part of my undergraduate degree at the University of Aberdeen I completed an undergraduate thesis. In my thesis I considered the concept of a multi static passive radar system capable of tracking commercial civil aircraft using transmitters of opportunity.
One possible obstacle for a multi-static TDOA radar system is solving a system containing multiple targets. Solving the system quickly enough to enable a quick refresh rate, and real time operation is envisioned as a major obstacle as it could be prohibitive in terms of cost. In this entry I will discuss system complexity while tracking multiple targets, discuss the difference between real and ghost targets and approaches to reduce overall system complexity.
