Optimal Resource Allocation for Multiple Target Tracking in Phased Array Radar Network

Abstract

In this study, an optimal resource allocation (ORA) strategy is presented for multiple target tracking (MTT) in the phased array radar (PAR) network. The primary goal of the PAR network is to minimize the resource consumption of the system under the condition that the desired MTT accuracies must be met. Based on this, we develop a novel resource allocation model and prove that it is convex and separable. The optimal solution can be obtained easily by solving sub-problems in parallel through CVX toolbox. Simulation results demonstrate that compared with the uniform allocation resources scheme, the ORA strategy requires less resource for predetermined MTT performance.