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In-Situ RF Emissions Metrology

Summary

We aim to advance and demonstrate state-of-the-art methods for collecting and characterizing  received radio frequency (RF) emissions from the perspective and situation of spectrum users that are bound to efficient spectrum operations.  This project addresses needs posed by stakeholders to the National Spectrum Strategy’s pipeline plans. In a neutral, measurements-based role, NIST/CTL is uniquely positioned to bring data and measurement methods to the stakeholder group.

Description

Spectrum

Objectives

The In-Situ RF Emissions Metrology Project blends expertise in traditional spectrum monitoring, digital signal processing and statistics  with applied, situationally relevant, measurement methods, modeling, and simulation techniques to build towards assessments of:

  1. The time, frequency, spatial, and longitudinal shaping of modern communication waveforms as may be experienced by incumbent systems slated for spectrum sharing. 
  2. The digital signal processing techniques for in-situ RF captures to assess the network topology through remote observations. 
  3. The modeling and simulation of RF emissions aggregation at incumbent sites of interest to rapidly inform on the propensity and mechanisms for spectrum collisions.
Created October 28, 2024, Updated January 15, 2025