SWRU639 February   2025

 

  1.   1
  2.   Description
  3.   Get Started
  4.   Features
  5.   Applications
  6.   6
  7. 1Evaluation Module Overview
    1. 1.1 Introduction
    2. 1.2 Kit Contents
    3. 1.3 Specifications
    4. 1.4 Device Information
  8. 2Hardware
    1. 2.1 Block Diagram
      1. 2.1.1 Design Considerations
    2. 2.2 Power Requirements
      1. 2.2.1 System Design Theory
    3. 2.3 Highlighted Products
      1. 2.3.1 AWR2243
      2. 2.3.2 AM2732R
      3. 2.3.3 LP876242-Q1
      4. 2.3.4 LM62460-Q1
      5. 2.3.5 TCAN1043A-Q1
      6. 2.3.6 TCAN1044A-Q1
      7. 2.3.7 TMP102-Q1
      8. 2.3.8 TPS61379-Q1
      9. 2.3.9 DP83TC812-Q1
    4. 2.4 Virtual Antenna Array
  9. 3Implementation Results
    1. 3.1 Performance Data and Results
      1. 3.1.1 Angle Resolution Measurement
  10. 4Hardware Design Files
    1. 4.1 Schematics
    2. 4.2 PCB Layout Recommendations
      1. 4.2.1 20GHz (FMCW) RF LO Sync
      2. 4.2.2 PCB Layer Stackup
    3. 4.3 BOM
  11. 5Tools and Software
  12. 6Related Documentation
    1.     Supplemental Content
  13. 7Additional Information
    1. 7.1 Trademarks
  14. 8Revision History

2.1.1 Design Considerations

In TX beamforming, beamsteering, and multiple-input, multiple-output/single-input, multiple-output (MIMO/SIMO) use cases, the larger number of antenna elements allows for higher signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) and superior angular resolution compared to a single-device sensor.

This application focuses on corner and front long-range radar systems for multiple functions such as adaptive cruise control (ACC), automated emergency braking (AEB), blind spot detection, front cross-traffic assist, and lane change assist. The design also demonstrates the TI compression engine and hardware accelerator (HWA) capabilities.

The Cascade Radar evaluation board, when combined with a compatible host/data capture board, contains everything needed to start evaluating a single-device, or 2-device cascaded radar solution.