Method of polarization selection of navigation objects in adverse weather conditions using statistical properties of radio signals

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DOI:

https://doi.org/10.20535/SRIT.2308-8893.2025.1.06

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safety of navigation, atmospheric conditions, statistical properties, partially polarized, echo signals, radar systems, navigation equipment, bridge resources, maritime transport, radiolocation, ship handling and maneuvering

Abstract

This research article is devoted to studying and applying polarization selection for navigation objects in difficult atmospheric conditions. It provides a novel application of Stokes parameters in radar signal processing for navigation objects, validated by experimental data. The main emphasis is on using the statistical properties of the polarization parameters of partially polarized echo signals. The article discusses in detail the statistical properties of the polarization parameters of partially polarized echo signals, which can be used to improve the accuracy of ship radiolocation systems. The study is based on analyzing experimental data collected in various atmospheric conditions. The results indicate the effectiveness of polarization selection in improving the stability and accuracy of radar navigation systems in various atmospheric conditions. The use of statistical methods allows the navigation system to adapt to changing conditions, ensuring reliability in different scenarios. Polarization selection based on the statistical properties of polarization parameters is a promising method to improve navigation in high atmospheric humidity, fog, and other complex atmospheric conditions. It can be used in the development of modern navigation systems.

Author Biographies

Dmytro Korban, National University “Odesa Maritime Academy”, Odesa

Candidate of Technical Sciences (Ph.D.), an associate professor at the Department of Ship Handling of the National University “Odesa Maritime Academy”, Odesa, Ukraine.

Oleksiy Melnyk, Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa

Doctor of Technical Sciences, a professor at the Department of Navigation and Maritime Safety of Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa, Ukraine.

Serhii Kurdiuk, National University “Odesa Maritime Academy”, Odesa

Ph.D., a senior researcher at the Institute of Naval Forces of the National University “Odesa Maritime Academy”, Odesa, Ukraine.

Oleg Onishchenko, National University “Odesa Maritime Academy”, Odesa

Doctor of Technical Sciences, a professor at the Department of Ship Handling of the National University “Odesa Maritime Academy”, Odesa, Ukraine.

Valentyna Ocheretna, Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa

Candidate of Technical Sciences (Ph.D.), an associate professor at the Department of Navigation and Maritime Safety of Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa, Ukraine.

Olha Shcherbina, Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa

Candidate of Technical Sciences (Ph.D.), an associate professor at the Department of Fleet Operation and Shipping Technology of Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa, Ukraine.

Oleg Kotenko, Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa

Senior lecturer at the Department of Life and Occupational Safety, Ecology and Chemistry of Odesa National Maritime University, Odesa, Ukraine.

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2025-03-28

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Methods of system analysis and control in conditions of risk and uncertainty