The non-destructive nature of ground penetrating radar (GPR) makes it an important and popular method of subsurface imaging, both in engineering and archeological applications and also in crime scene investigations. However, it is a highly specialized field, requiring a deep understanding of the underlying science for successful application. 

Introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar provides experienced professionals with the theoretical background they need to ensure precise data collection and analysis, with all mathematical details.

Written to build upon the information presented in more general introductory volumes, the book discusses the fundamental mathematical, physical, and engineering principles upon which GPR is built. Real-world examples and field data provide readers with an accurate view of day-to-day GPR use. Topics include:

  • 2D scattering for dielectric and magnetic targets;
  • 3D scattering equations and migration algorithms;
  • Host medium characterization and diffraction tomography;
  • Time and frequency steps in GPR data sampling;
  • The Born approximation and the singular value decomposition.

The six appendices at the end of the book contain the mathematical proofs of all examples discussed throughout the book. 

This book is a comprehensive resource that will prove invaluable in the field, an absolutely "must-have" book for any engineer or technician involved in GPR analysis.

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Author: Raffaele Persico

ISBN: 9781118305003

Edition: 25 July 2014

Publisher: Wiley for The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc.