Sousy radar at Jicamarca system description

Abstract

The main characteristics that differentiate the SOUSY radar from the Jicamarca radar are: (1) its bandwidth (4 MHz against 700 KHz for the Jicamarca radar) and (2) its steerability. The wider bandwidth allows an altitude resolution of at least 75 meters. The Sousy radar is a phased array that allows for a wide and agile steerability of its antenna (+/- 15°). In order to satisfy our scientific need, we have redesigned the antenna to have two main positions, zenithal and 15° south.