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BIRA: A Spherical Bistatic Radar Reflectivity Measurement System

Carsten Andrich , Tobias F. Nowack , Alexander Ihlow , Sebastian Giehl , Maximilian Engelhardt , Gerd Sommerkorn , Andreas Schwind , Willi Hofmann
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BIRA enables bistatic radar reflectivity measurements of dynamic targets with 4 GHz bandwidth and sub-millimeter probe positioning.

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The paper presents BIRA as a facility that positions two radar probes independently on a sphere up to 7 m in diameter with sub-millimeter accuracy. It covers frequencies from 0.7 to 260 GHz and uses wideband transceivers with up to 4 GHz instantaneous bandwidth in addition to vector network analysis. This setup supports the transition to bistatic measurements of moving objects, which is required for integrated sensing and communication research in upcoming 6G standards. The system also speeds up static measurements and allows spherical near-field antenna characterization across the same ranges.

Core claim

BIRA is the only bistatic measurement facility capable of unrestricted ISAC research. In addition to vector network analysis, it employs advanced wideband transceiver technology with an instantaneous bandwidth of up to 4 GHz. These transceivers grant BIRA the unique capability to characterize dynamic targets in both Doppler and range, while also significantly accelerating measurements on static objects. Additionally, the installation is capable of spherical near-field antenna measurements over these wide frequency ranges.

What carries the argument

Spherical independent positioning of two probes with sub-millimeter accuracy on a diameter of up to 7 m, paired with wideband transceivers for 4 GHz instantaneous bandwidth.

If this is right

  • Enables characterization of dynamic objects in Doppler and range domains for multi-static radar applications.
  • Accelerates data collection for static targets compared to traditional vector network analyzer approaches.
  • Supports spherical near-field antenna measurements from 0.7 GHz to 260 GHz.
  • Facilitates the shift from monostatic RCS measurements to bistatic reflectivity studies needed for 6G localization.

Where Pith is reading between the lines

These are editorial extensions of the paper, not claims the author makes directly.

  • The facility could be used to collect ground-truth data for validating bistatic channel models in realistic motion scenarios such as vehicles or pedestrians.
  • Broad frequency coverage allows systematic study of how reflectivity changes with frequency for different surface materials and shapes.
  • Integration with communication waveforms might let researchers test joint sensing and data transmission performance on the same hardware.

Load-bearing premise

The physical installation achieves the stated sub-millimeter positioning accuracy, almost continuous frequency coverage, and 4 GHz instantaneous bandwidth simultaneously without unstated limitations or calibration issues that would restrict its use for dynamic target characterization.

What would settle it

A test run showing that the transceivers cannot sustain 4 GHz bandwidth during continuous movement of a target while maintaining sub-millimeter probe positioning accuracy would falsify the claim of unrestricted capability for dynamic ISAC measurements.

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Figures reproduced from arXiv: 2407.13749 by Alexander Ihlow, Andreas Schwind, Carsten Andrich, Christian Bornkessel, Gerd Sommerkorn, Matthias A. Hein, Maximilian Engelhardt, Reiner S. Thom\"a, Sebastian Giehl, Tobias F. Nowack, Willi Hofmann.

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Figure 1. Figure 1: The Bistatic Radar (BIRA) measurement system installed in the Virtual Road – Simulation and Test Area (VISTA) at the Thuringian Center of Innovation in Mobility (ThIMo). A motorized vulnerable road user (VRU) NCAP dummy is placed on the turntable as an exemplary target object for bistatic reflectivity measurement with optional motion for micro-Doppler. Arbitrary, dynamic waveforms allow for versatile appli… view at source ↗
Figure 2
Figure 2. Figure 2: 3D model of VISTA with both BIRA positioners [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p004_2.png] view at source ↗
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Figure 4. Figure 4: Non-converting microwave probes at tip of both gantry [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p005_4.png] view at source ↗
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Figure 6. Figure 6: Frequency converter ⃝a , implemented in waveguide technology. Here, the frontal absorbers have been removed to make the minuscule horn antenna ⃝b visible. LO signals are distributed fiber-optically. The opto-electrical converter ⃝c is stacked between the BIRA flange and the frequency converter case. Cables are routed through a flexible drag chain ⃝d to safely enable polarization selection via mechanical ro… view at source ↗
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Figure 7. Figure 7: Screenshot of the BIRA digital twin depicting a me [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p007_7.png] view at source ↗
Figure 8
Figure 8. Figure 8: 2-dimensional slice of collision table generated by [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p008_8.png] view at source ↗
Figure 9
Figure 9. Figure 9: Bistatic RCS measurement setup of a metallic sphere [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p009_9.png] view at source ↗
Figure 10
Figure 10. Figure 10: Signal processing steps to obtain calibrated RCS [12]. 30 [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p009_10.png] view at source ↗
Figure 12
Figure 12. Figure 12: Bistatic impulse response of metal a sphere with diameter 30 cm measured from 2 to 18 GHz in the horizontal [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p010_12.png] view at source ↗
Figure 14
Figure 14. Figure 14: Bistatic path model for the radar reflectivity of a metal [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p010_14.png] view at source ↗
Figure 13
Figure 13. Figure 13: Impulse responses of antenna calibration measurement [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p010_13.png] view at source ↗
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Figure 15. Figure 15: Quasi-monostatic reflectivity measurement of two metal spheres with a large 30 cm diameter sphere in the center [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p011_15.png] view at source ↗
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Figure 16. Figure 16: Quasi-monostatic double sphere measurement setup [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p011_16.png] view at source ↗
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Figure 17. Figure 17: Bistatic micro-Doppler measurement setup: A mo [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p012_17.png] view at source ↗
Figure 18
Figure 18. Figure 18: ISAC scenario: A pedestrian dummy is captured by [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p012_18.png] view at source ↗
Figure 20
Figure 20. Figure 20: Measurement results of a Schwarzbeck CTIA 0710 [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p013_20.png] view at source ↗
Figure 21
Figure 21. Figure 21: Maximum gain Gmax(θ, φ) over frequency of Schwarzbeck CTIA 0710 antenna, measured with BIRA, MVG arch, and AML, compared to the antenna data sheet. The frequency range of the MVG system is technically limited to 6 GHz [PITH_FULL_IMAGE:figures/full_fig_p013_21.png] view at source ↗
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The upcoming 6G mobile communication standard will offer a revolutionary new feature: Integrated sensing and communication (ISAC) reuses mobile communication signals to realize multi-static radar for various applications including localization. Consequently, applied ISAC propagation research necessitates to evolve from classical monostatic radar cross section (RCS) measurement of static targets on to bistatic radar reflectivity characterization of dynamic objects. Here, we introduce our Bistatic Radar (BIRA) measurement facility for independent spherical positioning of two probes with sub-millimeter accuracy on a diameter of up to 7 m and with almost continuous frequency coverage from 0.7 up to 260 GHz. Currently, BIRA is the only bistatic measurement facility capable of unrestricted ISAC research: In addition to vector network analysis, it employs advanced wideband transceiver technology with an instantaneous bandwidth of up to 4 GHz. These transceivers grant BIRA the unique capability to characterize dynamic targets in both Doppler and range, while also significantly accelerating measurements on static objects. Additionally, the installation is capable of spherical near-field antenna measurements over these wide frequency ranges.

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Referee Report

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Summary. The paper introduces the BIRA spherical bistatic radar reflectivity measurement system for ISAC propagation research on dynamic targets. It describes independent spherical positioning of two probes with sub-millimeter accuracy over a diameter of up to 7 m, frequency coverage from 0.7 to 260 GHz, and the use of wideband transceivers providing up to 4 GHz instantaneous bandwidth in addition to vector network analysis, enabling Doppler and range characterization; the system is also stated to support spherical near-field antenna measurements.

Significance. If the stated capabilities are verified, BIRA would represent a distinctive facility for bistatic measurements on moving objects, addressing a gap in current monostatic or static-target setups and supporting 6G ISAC research. The manuscript offers no machine-checked proofs, reproducible code, or falsifiable predictions.

major comments (2)
  1. [Abstract] Abstract: The central claims of sub-millimeter positioning accuracy, almost continuous coverage to 260 GHz, and 4 GHz instantaneous bandwidth on dynamic targets are presented as achieved capabilities, yet the manuscript contains no measured verification data, error budgets, calibration results, or uncertainty analysis to support them; this is load-bearing for the facility-description claim.
  2. [Abstract] Abstract: The assertion that BIRA is 'the only bistatic measurement facility capable of unrestricted ISAC research' is stated without a comparative survey of existing facilities or explicit criteria for 'unrestricted,' which underpins the uniqueness and motivation sections.
minor comments (1)
  1. The manuscript would benefit from explicit section headings or a diagram clarifying the mechanical positioning system and transceiver integration.

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We thank the referee for the constructive comments on our manuscript describing the BIRA facility. We address each major comment below and will revise the manuscript accordingly where the points identify gaps in support or precision.

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  1. Referee: [Abstract] Abstract: The central claims of sub-millimeter positioning accuracy, almost continuous coverage to 260 GHz, and 4 GHz instantaneous bandwidth on dynamic targets are presented as achieved capabilities, yet the manuscript contains no measured verification data, error budgets, calibration results, or uncertainty analysis to support them; this is load-bearing for the facility-description claim.

    Authors: We agree that the abstract states these performance figures as achieved capabilities without accompanying measured verification, error budgets, or uncertainty analysis in the current manuscript. The paper is a system-description contribution focused on architecture and intended use for ISAC research; detailed metrology results were reserved for follow-on work. We will revise the abstract and introduction to qualify the claims as design targets and component-level specifications, add a brief discussion of the positioning and RF subsystems that underpin the stated figures, and include a forward reference to planned validation measurements. revision: yes

  2. Referee: [Abstract] Abstract: The assertion that BIRA is 'the only bistatic measurement facility capable of unrestricted ISAC research' is stated without a comparative survey of existing facilities or explicit criteria for 'unrestricted,' which underpins the uniqueness and motivation sections.

    Authors: The referee correctly notes the absence of a comparative survey or explicit definition of 'unrestricted.' We will revise the abstract and motivation section to replace the absolute claim with a qualified statement (e.g., 'to the best of our knowledge, the only facility combining independent spherical bistatic positioning, dynamic-target Doppler/range capability, and continuous 0.7–260 GHz coverage'), provide a short table or paragraph contrasting BIRA with representative monostatic and static-target facilities, and define the criteria used for 'unrestricted ISAC research.' revision: yes

Circularity Check

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full rationale

The paper is a factual system description of the BIRA hardware facility and its asserted capabilities (positioning accuracy, frequency coverage, 4 GHz bandwidth, uniqueness for ISAC research). No equations, derivations, predictions, or first-principles results are present that could reduce to inputs by construction. Claims are presented as design specifications rather than derived outputs, so no circular steps exist.

Axiom & Free-Parameter Ledger

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