Understanding Detection Range of Radar Sensors with RFbeam Microwave
- APC Technology Group
- Insights & Events
- 7 Jul 2025
RFbeam Microwave, a leading supplier of planar radar sensors and radio frequency engineering services shares insight into radar sensor detection range - one of radar's most critical performance parameters
Radar sensors play a vital role in diverse applications, ranging from automotive safety systems to industrial automation. A key part in determining their effectiveness is the detection range, the distance at which a sensor can reliably identify objects. Selecting the right sensor requires a strong understanding of the factors influencing detection range.
RFbeam Microwave - helping to understand the radar equation
RFbeam identify several critical factors that impact a sensor’s detection range including:
- Transmitted power
- Antenna gain
- Target size
- Material and environmental conditions.
In general, higher transmitted power and antenna gain extend the detection range. Larger, more reflective objects are more easily detected than smaller, less reflective ones. Additionally, adverse weather conditions such as fog, rain, and physical obstructions can significantly affect sensor performance.
The physical principles behind detection range can be precisely described using the radar equation, which RFbeam Microwave addresses in their blog. In this article, RFbeam Microwave explain the main influencing factors and illustrates with practical examples how system parameters affect radar detection range.
For a more in-depth on sensor effectiveness, please refer to the original article
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