Antenna Arrays and Automotive Applications

Introduction.- Part I: Performances and Processing Methods.- Typical Array Geometries and Basic Beam Steering Methods.- Smart Beamforming: Main Adaptive Techniques.- Simplified Smart Beamforming.- Part II: Practical Design for Automotive.- Base Station Array Examples for Communication with the Vehicle.- Compact Car Mounted Arrays.- Radar Arrays for Vehicle Applications.

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