Inverse scattering for determination of twist in uniaxial cylinders

• An inverse microwave scattering theory is presented for the determination of twist of a homogeneous locally reacting uniaxial cylinder. The prime application is remote measurements of spiral grain of trees and logs. From practical considerations, the transmitting and receiving antennas are near each other requiring a three-dimensional modelling. First a general theory is developed. Then asymptotic formulae are derived assuming that the distance from the antennas to the cylinder is many wavelengths and many cylinder radii granting a substantial reduction of the numerical complexity compared to the twodimensional case. Finally, the error of the determined twist angle as function of inherent parameters of the problem is given using a Cramer Rao analysis.

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Electrotechnology

Elektroteknik alt Electrical engineering

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