Multi-target tracking using a hybrid joint transform correlatorA technique using data association target tracking in a motion sequence via an adaptive joint transform correlator is presented. The massive data in the field of view can be reduced to a few correlation peaks. The average velocity of a target during the tracking cycle is then determined from the location of the correlation peak. A data-association algorithm is used for the analysis of these correlation signals, for which multiple targets can be tracked. A phase-mostly liquid-crystal TV is used in the hybrid joint transform correlation system, and simultaneous tracking of three targets is demonstrated.
Document ID
19910048349
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Yu, Francis T. S. (Pennsylvania State Univ. University Park, PA, United States)
Tam, Eddy C. (Pennsylvania State Univ. University Park, PA, United States)
Tanone, Aris (Pennsylvania State University University Park, United States)
Gregory, Don A. (U.S. Army, Missile Command, Redstone Arsenal AL, United States)
Juday, Richard D. (NASA Johnson Space Center Houston, TX, United States)