EPIK-SAR: Embedded radar Platform In Ku-band for SAR applications

Today, sharply increasing needs for SAR data bases require a low cost and highly flexible acquisition system. EPIK-SAR (Embedded radar Platform In Ku-band for SAR applications), a FMCW-Ku band SAR mounted on a microlight plane has been designed to address this demand. This paper presents the latest version of the prototype together with its first campaigns results. In particular, a new mechanical antenna platform is introduced, built to access various steering angles, together with the electronics front-end. Three reception channels were added. Results of on ground and over sea trials are also presented in this article.