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The article reports on the radar mitigation technology project concentrating on a "stealthy" wind turbine test in Norfolk, England. It notes that this joint development has been supported by Qinetiq Ltd. and Vestas Wind Systems A/S. Moreover, it mentions that this technology has its capabilities to reduce the size of the radar signature.

The article reports on the move of Vancouver International Airport in British Columbia to install a day and night camera on its Tarsier foreign object debris radar detection system. It mentions that the camera improves its 24-hour automated runway debris detection system by giving visual confirmation of any possible dangerous objects on the runway. It notes that the radar and camera work in pair to render continuous monitoring in the runway.

The article reports on the trial being done for the world's first radar breast imaging system at North Bristol National Health Service (NHS) Trust in England. The imaging system has been developed at Bristol University. It states that the radar has the potential to revolutionize the way women are scanned for breast cancer and made it more comfortable for patients than using conventional mammograms.

The article reports on the plan of the Ministry of Defense to equip Royal Navy ships with a powerful new radar system designed and manufactured in Great Britain. The contract was awarded to BAE Systems, Qinetiq and Roke Manor Research to provide the Advanced Radar Target Indication Situational Awareness and Navigation radar system. The system aims to improve the Royal Navy's 3D maritrime medium-range radar capability.

The article reports that Heathrow Airport has started using the Tarsier system by Qinetiq to detect foreign object debris (FOD) on its runways to prevent accidents in London, England. The installation is part of a drive to maximise use of existing runways. The system will assist the airport's operations team in carrying out regular visual runway inspections.

The article reports that offshore windfarm developers that have had planning permission blocked by the Ministry of Defense hope a new agreement will lift the blockages. According to the article, they have 4 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind capacity stuck in the planning phase because the MoD is worried that wind turbines will cause clutter on radar displays.

The article announces that BMT Defence Services has unveiled the design for a diesel-electric Vidar 36 submarine in Great Britain. The design would provide a bigger vessel than conventional non-nuclear submersibles, known as SSK design, but cheaper than large nuclear submarines, while offering similar capabilities. The submarine features optional air-independent propulsion (AIP) system that keeps it less detectable to radar and allows it to stay underwater without a snorting mast.

The article evaluates the Smart-S Mk 2 radar system from Thales.

The article provides information on the sensors that vary from instrumentation inside the vehicle to an increasing number of light, radar or camera systems that monitor outside the vehicle and relay information about driving conditions, weather, other road users and how the driver is driving. Information about the sensing systems developed by Hella Inc. which are designed for the comfort and convenience of the driver and for safety is provided.

The article reports that BAE Systems has finished testing its first prototype Sampson multifunction radar. According to the article, the radar has been transferred to a sea-level test site in Cumbria, England for additional trials and to be integrated within the wider system of which it forms a part. Several uses of the system include providing surveillance, target tracking and missile guidance information for the PAAMS missile system of the Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyers.

The article reports on the development of Save-U, a sensing system that combines radar, vision and infrared to reduce deaths and road accidents caused when automobiles hit pedestrians or cyclists. It includes a radar network and an imaging system composed of passive infrared and color video cameras. It is part of a pan-European project that included Volkswagen, DaimleryChrysler and Mira.

The article reports that technology company Cambridge Consultants Inc. has made finding out what is going on next door easier by developing a handheld throLigh-the-wall radar device called the Prism 200. The device, expected to be on the market in 2006, provides information on the location and movement of people inside buildings. It is a second-generation system, with the big change being the integration of a Videocore processor, eliminating the need for an external controller and a man-machine interface.

The article informs about the radar sensors made by Vega Controls, based in Burgess Hill in West Sussex. The sensors are not measuring levels in a silo or vessel as normal, but tracking the location of a macerating device that ensures thorough mixing of compost. The garden and agricultural wastes are cut and mixed before being deposited inside the composting hall in Klingnau, north Switzerland. To speed the process., the waste needs to be turned repeatedly, and at this site the owner has developed a machine for the purpose.

Reports on the development of a sensor to shield troops from 'friendly fire' on the battlefield. Athena system of radar tag sensor; Addition of data for identification of system as friendly; Consideration of Athena as a fructricied and situational awareness solution.

Reports on the transfer of technology used to make jet engines less visible to radar to wind turbine blades in order to silence critics of offshore wind farms. Modification of composition of glass fiber reinforced polymer blades to absorb rather than reflect radar beams; Objection to windfarms due to creation of clutter on radar sets with a possible threat to low-flying aircraft; Manufacture of blades not totally invisible to radar but with removal of spurious signals reflected by traditional turbines.

Reports the development of Millimeter Wave radar designed by QinetiQ for airport runway management in Great Britain. Capabilities of the radar; Benefits of implementing the radar; Enhancements needed in creating a commercial version of the radar.

Reports on the Great Britain Ministry of Defense's research program to develop anti-stealth radar technologies as of November 15, 2000. Participation of Thomson Racal Defense, Defense Evaluation and Research Agency and the London, England-based University College in the research program.

Provides information regarding guided wave radar. Use of guided wave radar in liquid level measurement; Features of guided wave radar; Technology of the radar.