This paper analyzes the effect of errors in antenna weights on the performance of adaptive array systems, both in the case when an array is used to maximize the gain in a desired direction and in the case when an array is used to null interfering signals. We begin by deriving an explicit characterization of the loss in array gain due to phase errors in the optimal antenna weights. Then, we examine interference rejection in the presence of amplitude and phase errors in the antenna weights. We prove that the loss in interference rejection is independent of the number of antennas. For both cases, we give numerical simulations that validate our analysis.
Title
Impact of Phase and Amplitude Errors on Array Performance
Published
2009-01-01
Full Collection Name
Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences Technical Reports
Other Identifiers
EECS-2009-1
Type
Text
Extent
12 p
Archive
The Engineering Library
Usage Statement
Researchers may make free and open use of the UC Berkeley Library’s digitized public domain materials. However, some materials in our online collections may be protected by U.S. copyright law (Title 17, U.S.C.). Use or reproduction of materials protected by copyright beyond that allowed by fair use (Title 17, U.S.C. § 107) requires permission from the copyright owners. The use or reproduction of some materials may also be restricted by terms of University of California gift or purchase agreements, privacy and publicity rights, or trademark law. Responsibility for determining rights status and permissibility of any use or reproduction rests exclusively with the researcher. To learn more or make inquiries, please see our permissions policies (https://www.lib.berkeley.edu/about/permissions-policies).
