Minimum Detectable Signal in Radar System Formulas

Minimum Detectable Signal represents the minimum power level of a signal that a radar can detect reliably above the noise floor. And is denoted by S_min. Minimum Detectable Signal is usually measured using the Watt for Power. Note that the value of Minimum Detectable Signal is always negative.

Formulas to find Minimum Detectable Signal in Radar System

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Radar System formulas that make use of Minimum Detectable Signal

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List of variables in Radar System formulas

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fx Effective Area of Receiving Antenna Go

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FAQ

What is the Minimum Detectable Signal?

Minimum Detectable Signal represents the minimum power level of a signal that a radar can detect reliably above the noise floor. Minimum Detectable Signal is usually measured using the Watt for Power. Note that the value of Minimum Detectable Signal is always negative.

Can the Minimum Detectable Signal be negative?

Yes, the Minimum Detectable Signal, measured in Power can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Minimum Detectable Signal?

Minimum Detectable Signal is usually measured using the Watt[W] for Power. Kilowatt[W], Milliwatt[W], Microwatt[W] are the few other units in which Minimum Detectable Signal can be measured.

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