Target classification with artificial neural networks using ultrasonic phased arrays
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چکیده
The problem of classifying objects from their ultrasonic signature for robotic applications is studied in this paper. The system developed utilises the spatial diversity of a four element linear array transducer to enhance classification performance. A signal pre-processing technique employing time domain envelope detection in combination with a multi-layer perceptron neural network has yielded classification success rates approaching 90% for previously unseen targets. This level of discrimination is not possible with a single sensor configuration
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