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Conference Object Citation - WoS: 2Citation - Scopus: 2Radar Cross Section Studies of Low Signature UAVs in X-Band: Simulation, Measurement and Performance Evaluation(IEEE, 2024) Unalir, Dizdar; Gokdogan, Bengisu Yalcinkaya; Aydin, ElifIn this study, the effectiveness of a radar cross section (RCS) reduction method based on a proposed shaping technique for four-legged unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) has been proven with simulation tools and experimental measurements in X-Band. Simulative RCS values were obtained with CST and HFSS electromagnetic calculation tools, and the advantages of these tools compared to each other were examined. Experimental measurements were carried out in a laboratory environment with a vector network analyzer (VNA) and confirmed with simulation results. The effects of frequency, polarization and aspect angle factors on RCS were examined. It has been shown that with the proposed measurement method, low-cost and easily applicable RCS analysis can be performed in X-Band, one of the frequency bands frequently used in the defense industry. With the proposed shaping method, RCS reduction in the range of 5-10 dBsm was achieved.Conference Object Citation - WoS: 1Neuronavigation Systems and Passive Usage Problem(Ieee, 2015) Tonbul, Gokcen; Aydin, Elif; Cagiltay, Nergiz; Topalli, Damla; Borcek, Alp Ozgun; Tokdemir, Gul; Maras, HakanNowadays, neuronavigation systems are used in brain surgery procedures, known as a technology to help the surgeon during the operational period. However, the surgeons have faced several problems with the existing systems. Some of these problems are related to the systems software and user interfaces. In this study, such problems are examined and the "Passive Usage" term is added to the literature by establishing a connection between the problems of endoscopic surgical procedures and similar issues occurred in other domains. The passive usage problem is generalized on different domains for the first time with this study. The results of the study expected to gather up the similar passive usage problems experienced in different domains. Accordingly, the methodologies and studies that are conducted in different research areas may lead to eliminate the Passive Usage problems efficiently.Article Citation - WoS: 2Citation - Scopus: 1Millimeter-Wave Sar Imaging for Sub-Millimeter Defect Detection With Non-Destructive Testing(Mdpi, 2025) Yalcinkaya, Bengisu; Aydin, Elif; Kara, AliThis paper introduces a high-resolution 77-81 GHz mmWave Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) imaging methodology integrating low-cost hardware with modified radar signal characteristics specifically for NDT applications. The system is optimized to detect minimal defects in materials, including low-reflectivity ones. In contrast to the existing studies, by optimizing key system parameters, including frequency slope, sampling interval, and scanning aperture, high-resolution SAR images are achieved with reduced computational complexity and storage requirements. The experiments demonstrate the effectiveness of the system in detecting optically undetectable minimal surface defects down to 0.4 mm, such as bonded adhesive lines on low-reflectivity materials with 2500 measurement points and sub-millimeter features on metallic targets at a distance of 30 cm. The results show that the proposed system achieves comparable or superior image quality to existing high-cost setups while requiring fewer data points and simpler signal processing. Low-cost, low-complexity, and easy-to-build mmWave SAR imaging is constructed for high-resolution SAR imagery of targets with a focus on detecting defects in low-reflectivity materials. This approach has significant potential for practical NDT applications with a unique emphasis on scalability, cost-effectiveness, and enhanced performance on low-reflectivity materials for industries such as manufacturing, civil engineering, and 3D printing.Article Comparative Assessment and Performance Analysis of Interference Mitigation Techniques for Co-Existent Non-Geostationary and Geostationary Satellites(Wiley, 2024) Ozturk, Faik; Aydin, Elif; Kara, AliIn recent years, technological developments with user demands, reduced production, and launch costs have rapidly increased the number of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites in space. Since LEO satellites use the same frequency band as existing Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) satellites, the interference coordination between the two satellite networks is vital. In order to minimize the co-existent interference between these satellite networks, studies perform on different interference mitigation strategies. In this paper, analysis and comparative assessment of these interference mitigation techniques are presented for the co-existent Non-Geostationary Earth (NGEO) and GEO systems. More specifically, power control (PC) and spatial isolation-based link adaptation (SILA) techniques are studied comparatively for the performance evaluation. It is shown that the communication link bandwidth is more efficiently utilized in the SILA technique when compared with the PC technique. Moreover, the multi-objective optimization problem (MOP) approach in the SILA technique is demonstrated to be more effective when compared with the single-objective optimization problem (SOP) approach used in the PC technique as the simultaneous prioritizing objective functions outperforms single prioritization. Finally, it is shown that when the PC technique is applied together with the SILA technique, the exclusive angle (EA) can be reduced up to 8% for 100 Mbps, and 8.5% for 200 Mbps transmission bit rates in different operational scenarios. The presented performance evaluation in this paper may help the satellite operator or decision-maker gain insights on which mitigation technique can be used in the case of a co-existent interference. This paper proposes analysis and comparative assessment of interference mitigation techniques for the co-existent Non-Geostationary Earth (NGEO) and Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO) systems. Spatial isolation-based link adaptation (SILA) and power control (PC) techniques are studied comparatively for the performance evaluation. The obtained optimization results show that the communication link bandwidth is more efficiently utilized in the SILA technique when compared with the PC technique because of the simultaneous prioritizing of objective functions. imageArticle Remote laboratory development as an action research: A case study(2012) Çağıltay, Nergiz Erçil; Tokdemir, Gül; Aydın, Elif; Kara, AliThis work presents a case study about how action research (AR) has been conducted in developing a real-life educational system. An explanation is given of the modified implementation of the classical AR methodology, based on the requirements of a remote laboratory system developed for the vocational training of students in higher education. This study reports a successful implementation of AR stages which established for the development process of a remote laboratory system along with the design of several research questions explored in each step of the system development process. It is believed that the outcomes of the study will help AR implementers to organize their research objectives, more appropriately, by addressing the organizational problems. The results of this study are also expected to guide the AR implementers to better integrate their research in solving domain specific practical problemsArticle W-Band RCS Prediction of Small Objects: Comparing Two Widely Used Methods with Experimental Validation(Gazi Univ, 2025) Kara, Ali; Aydın, Elif; Yardım, Funda Ergün; Sezgin, DenizThis paper compares the accuracy of Shooting and Bouncing Rays and Electric Field Integral Equation methods for Radar Cross Section prediction of small objects at 77-81 GHz band. Existing studies on RCS prediction methods often lack comprehensive comparisons between computational and experimental results, particularly for small objects measured with a 77 GHz radar. This study addresses this gap by presenting an in-depth analysis of both simulation and measurement data. In this work, three targets with varying geometries and materials were measured with a frequency modulated continuous wave radar and simulated using Ansys HFSS and CST Studio Suite. The measurements were performed with a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) frequency modulated continuous wave radar operating at 77-81 GHz. This study aims to emphasize the importance of considering both efficiency and accuracy when opting for an RCS prediction method. Overall, the outcomes of both methods have largely demonstrated good alignment. It has been noted that, while Shooting and Bouncing Rays method offers promising time-saving advantages, Electric Field Integral Equation method remains a valuable tool for complex geometries where precise results are crucial.Conference Object Neuronavigation Skill Training Through Simulation: Insights From Eye Data(Iated-int Assoc Technology Education A& development, 2016) Çağıltay, Nergiz; Tokdemir, Gül; Cagiltay, N. E.; Topalli, D.; Maraş, Hadi Hakan; Borcek, A. O.; Tokdemir, G.; Aydın, Elif; Maras, H. H.; Tonbul, G.; Aydin, E.; Yazılım Mühendisliği; Bilgisayar Mühendisliği; Elektrik-Elektronik MühendisliğiNeuronavigation systems are developed to support the brain surgery operations. Because of its complex anatomical structure, the neurosurgery is a risky and critical operation. The surgeon is required to perform the operation in a very small area with very restricted movements. The neuronavigation systems are developed to help the surgeon during the operation to show the current position of the surgery with respect to the 3D virtual model of the patient. In these systems, the 3D virtual model of the patient is created according to the medical data (MRI/BT) of the patient. Hence these systems work like navigations systems that are used in driving a car. The surgeon uses this system by controlling the system through a software interface and its user interface and correlates the current position of the operation with the 3D patient virtual model. In this way the surgeon checks the critical anatomical structures through this system and eliminates possible risks. Hence surgeons who will perform such operations are required to develop several skills to manage this very complicated environment. They are required to perform the operation according to the information coming from the navigation display. Additionally, in order to reach relevant information from the navigation display they have to control the navigation panel. In order to prepare surgeons to manage this very complicated environment, their required skills need to be improved during the training period. In this study, to better understand the surgeons' behaviours while managing the tasks related to the surgical navigation procedures, a simulation based environment is developed and an experimental study is conducted with 10 people. Their eye data and their performance data is recorded based on the simulated tasks. The results of the study is analysed statistically and descriptively. The results show that it is possible to control a neuronavigation display through eye movements which could be an alternative human-computer interaction option for designing the neuronavigation systems' user interfaces. Secondly, it is shown that performing a task according to the results of a second information source (neuronavigation system) lowers the general performance in terms of travelled distance with the operation tool and camera (endoscope). However the success level while performing each task and the time spent values are similar in both cases. On the other hand the number of errors is higher in the first scenario. Hence, the surgical education programs need to provide appropriate solutions to better understand and measure the skill levels of trainees on such tasks and to improve their skills through virtual practice systems.Master Thesis Çeşitli Anten Dizileri Yapılandırmaları ve İlişkili Kaynak Senaryoları için MIMO Radarında Yön Tahmininin Performans Analizi(2025) Güneş, Elif Dicle; Aydın, ElifÇoklu Giriş Çoklu Çıkış (MIMO) radar, hem verici (Tx) hem de alıcı (Rx) tarafında anten dizilerinin kullanıldığı, geleneksel tek dizi antenli radarlara kıyasla çok daha fazla uzamsal serbestlik derecesi sunan ve böylece daha zengin ve yetenekli algılama imkânı sağlayan bir radar yapısıdır. Bu tez, MIMO radarda verici ve alıcı dizi yerleşimlerinin, sistematik olarak tasarlanmış senaryolar altında geliş açısı (DOA) ve gidiş açısı (DOD) kestirim performansına etkilerini incelemektedir. Klasik uniform doğrusal dizilerin (ULA) ötesinde, temel amaç; uniform olmayan, iç içe (nested) ve asal-ortak (co-prime) dizilimlerin yanı sıra korelasyonlu kaynak koşullarını da modelleyerek, bu yapıların gerçekçi radar ortamlarında kestirim doğruluğuna etkilerini nicel olarak ortaya koymaktır. Bu doğrultuda, farklı verici/alıcı geometrilerini ve kaynaklar arası korelasyon seviyelerini kapsayan senaryolar oluşturulmuş; elde edilen sonuçlar, her bir dizi mimarisinin pratik sistem tasarımındaki güçlü ve zayıf yönlerini ortaya çıkarmak amacıyla karşılaştırılmıştır. Tez kapsamında, son yıllarda önem kazanan altuzay tabanlı kestirimciler Azaltılmış Boyutlu MUSIC (RD-MUSIC), 2D-MUSIC ve ESPRIT algoritmaları kullanılmıştır. Tüm senaryolarda, açısal kestirim doğruluğu RMSE (Kök Ortalama Kare Hatası) metriği ile değerlendirilmiş; farklı SNR seviyeleri, snapshot sayıları ve verici/alıcı dizi boyutları için ayrıntılı performans analizleri gerçekleştirilmiştir. Tüm simülasyonlar, gerçekçi dizi geometrileri ve çoklu kaynak sahnelerini modelleyecek şekilde Python ortamında uygulanmıştır. Klasik literatür ile tutarlı olarak, elde edilen sonuçlar; dizi yerleşim çeşitliliğinin ve dizi/kaynak korelasyonunun, hem DOD hem de DOA performansını anlamlı ölçüde şekillendirdiğini, çözünürlük ve hata özelliklerini sistematik biçimde etkilediğini göstermektedir. Özellikle, verici/alıcı geometrisindeki yapısal seçimler ve korelasyonlu kaynak varlığı, birinci derecede tasarım faktörleri olarak öne çıkmakta; çalışma ortamına uygun şekilde dizi mimarisi ve algoritma seçiminin önemini vurgulamaktadır.Article Low Signature UAVs: Radar Cross Section Analysis, Simulation, and Measurement in X-Band(Springer London Ltd, 2025) Unalir, Dizdar; Yalcinkaya, Bengisu; Aydin, ElifThe increasing prevalence of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) is driving the development of radar systems capable of detecting them. This hampers the deployment of UAVs in military operations. While radar cross section reduction (RCSR) can be a valuable solution, the research on this subject is inadequate. This paper presents an RCSR approach adopting a shaping technique for UAVs, demonstrating the proposed approach's efficacy through simulations and actual experimental measurements performed in X-Band on a four-legged UAV model. Using electromagnetic computational instruments, the shaping is applied to the designed UAV model with parameter-based simulations, the simulated radar cross section (RCS) values are derived, and the comparative analysis of these instruments is conducted. Experimental measurements are performed in laboratory conditions using a vector network analyzer. Actual measurement results are validated by simulative findings with the examination of the influence of frequency, polarization, and aspect angle on RCS. The demonstrated measuring approach allows cost-effective and easily applicable research on RCS in X-Band, a commonly utilized frequency range in military. An average RCSR of 10 dBsm has been accomplished with the presented shaping approach.Conference Object Model Enhancement for UAV Stealth in X-Band(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc., 2025) Unalir, Dizdar; Yalcinkaya, Bengisu; Aydin, ElifWith the rapid advancement of technology, radar detection techniques continue to evolve, challenging the effectiveness of traditional unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) stealth techniques. As the usage of UAVs in military applications expands, the need for effective radar cross section reduction (RCSR) methods to enhance their stealth capabilities has grown significantly. In this study, we propose an enhancement of a previously developed Low-RCS UAV model, focusing on RCSR with shaping technique in the X-band. For the identification and optimization of the UAV model’s highly reflective components, a detailed simulative analysis of the RCS was performed using CST Studio Suite Environment. The modifications are applied to the body and leg components to minimize radar reflections. Simulation results demonstrated that the proposed enhancements significantly reduced RCS values compared to the original Low-RCS UAV model. A total of 13 dBsm reduction in RCS was observed compared to the traditional UAV models. Comparative analysis for different frequencies in X-Band and various aspect angles confirmed the effectiveness of the improved design, validating its potential for stealth applications. The findings can contribute to the research in UAV stealth technology and provide insights into future low-visibility UAV designs. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.
