Fraunhofer Institute for High Frequency Physics and Radar Techniques FHRWith SABBIA® 2.0, Fraunhofer FHR has developed a state-of-the-art passive radar demonstrator exploiting satellite illuminators. It is designed to guarantee high flexibility of operation and can be therefore adapted to various scenarios and applications. The system is capable of receiving and processing signals from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) illuminators such as Starlink and OneWeb, as well as GEO broadcast illuminators like DVB-S(2).
SABBIA® 2.0 arranges a coherent multi-channel wideband front-end receiver which can be connected to multiple antenna configurations. Antenna solutions enable automatic steering and tracking towards satellites and moving targets. SABBIA® 2.0 is transportable and it can be operated either stationary or from a moving platform.
The multi-channel wideband receiver enables, among others, SAR/ISAR imaging, polarimetry, highly accurate detection and localization of various classes of targets including drones.
In practical applications, SABBIA® 2.0 supports a wide range of tasks. Also, as a sensor in multi-sensor systems, SABBIA® 2.0 helps to increase robustness against interference.
For industry, security authorities or research institutions, the system offers the possibility to experimentally investigate specific topics – from signal analysis to the prototypical implementation of new surveillance techniques. The modular architecture allows SABBIA® 2.0 to be adapted to specific requirements.
Given its experimental nature, we are constantly working on improving the system, adding new features and capabilities. Get in touch with us to discover the latest developments!