DRFM Executive Overview

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Overview

DRFM Executive Overview

Course Description

This one-day abridged course provides a detailed overview into Digital Radio Frequency Memory (DRFM) technology focused on Electronic Warfare (EW) applications for radar Electronic Attack (EA). Key fundamentals covered include theory of operation, common EA techniques, and a summary of hardware architecture options typically utilized in modern Electronic Warfare (EW) systems. Examples of DRFM EA use cases are presented to provide insight into the effects DRFM attack can have on coherent radar systems. Potential Electronic Protection (EP) techniques to protect radar systems from a DRFM jamming attack will also be introduced.

Course Content

INTRODUCTION

  • Noise, transponder, and coherent EA
  • Why DRFMs are powerful EA devices
  • Examples of state-of-the-art DRFMs

FUNDAMENTALS

  • DRFM theory of operation
  • Hardware architectures and options
  • Common EA techniques

IN DEPTH EXAMPLES

  • Search radar ramming example
  • Threat EA system examples
  • Synthetic Aperture Radar EA example
  • EP options for radar protection
  • Radar target generator concepts and example
Requirements & Materials

Important Information

This course requires Need-to-Know Certification and a clearance requirement. Please make sure to read the Course Restrictions section below before registering for this course.

Materials

Provided

  • CD-ROM containing all materials presented (Classified S/NF)
  • Notebook of unclassified course materials

Course Restrictions

This course is classified. Attendance is restricted to US citizens with the appropriate security clearance and need-to-know. All contractors wishing to attend our Need-To-Know Classified Course must have a US Government sponsor’s/contracting officer’s signature. Research Security will ONLY process Need-To-Know Certification and Clearance Form with the appropriate signature. There will be no exemptions to this policy. Eligibility questions should be directed to 404-407-6374. Attendees must e-mail the Need-to-Know Certificate Form to RShelp@gtri.gatech.edu or fax to 404-407-9395. Electronic devices, including but not limited to laptops, calculators, Fitbits and Garmins, are not permitted in the classroom. Limited storage compartments may be available in some location.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed to provide an in-depth introduction for engineers, technologists, and managers involved in the development of EW systems using or upgrading to DRFM technology. Radar sensor system developers will benefit from understanding the capabilities and limitations of modern DRFM EA technology.

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What You Will Learn

  • Why DRFMs are a game changing EA technology
  • DRFM hardware architecture options
  • Introduction to common DRFM modes and EA techniques
  • Radar EA examples and data product impact of the DRFM attack
  • Introduction to electronic protection concepts
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How You Will Benefit

  • Gain a concise overview of DRFM technology.
  • Know the current DRFM technology performance capabilities.
  • Be introduced to the techniques utilized in modern radar jamming.
  • See examples of the effects of DRFM jamming.
  • Discover potential electronic protection techniques for radar systems.
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The course schedule was well-structured with a mix of lectures, class discussions, and hands-on exercises led by knowledgeable and engaging instructors.

- Abe Kani
President

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