Computationally-efficient analytic techniques for large-array synthesis – Feasibility and real-implementations

In this paper the features and potentialities of real implementations of analytically thinned arrays based on Almost Difference Sets (ADSs) are analyzed. Towards this end, a preliminary numerical analysis is presented to assess the peak sidelobe level (PSL) behavior of analytically designed layouts including mutual coupling effects and possibly damaged elements. A set of preliminary design guidelines is deduced to enable the practical exploitation of analytically thinned arrangements.