Investigations on millimeter wave detection of power lines from a safe distance

Ïlhami Ünal, Sebahattin Eker

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Abstract

A millimeter wave obstacle detection system for helicopters is installed to observe the feasibility for the detection of power lines from a safe distance, using 77 and 94 GHz central frequencies, separately. A two wire power line system is illuminated using two different antennas with 24 and 27 dBi gains, comparatively. An external W band (92-96 GHz) power amplifier is also used to measure power line response for increasing the maximum detection distance. It's shown that the use of 77 GHz central frequency, as well as higher antenna gain and output power, is better in terms of increasing the detection range of the millimeter wave radar system. The feasibility measurements are also validated using the theoretical radar formula. A collision avoidance and warning system to detect power lines is also discussed using a compact millimeter wave radar module for the future study.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2017 10th International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, ELECO 2017
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages964-967
Number of pages4
ISBN (Electronic)9786050107371
Publication statusPublished - 2 Jul 2017
Event10th International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, ELECO 2017 - Bursa, Turkey
Duration: 29 Nov 20172 Dec 2017

Publication series

Name2017 10th International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, ELECO 2017
Volume2018-January

Conference

Conference10th International Conference on Electrical and Electronics Engineering, ELECO 2017
Country/TerritoryTurkey
CityBursa
Period29/11/172/12/17

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
© 2017 EMO (Turkish Chamber of Electrical Enginners).

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