# PLFM_RADAR | NawfalMotii79 | Knowledge Base | Instagit

Open-source, low-cost 10.5 GHz PLFM phased array RADAR system

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## Articles

### [FPGA Decimation Filter Design for Range Bin Reduction in the PLFM RADAR](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/fpga-decimation-filter-design-for-range-bin-reduction)

Learn how to design an FPGA decimation filter for range bin reduction in PLFM RADAR. Compress 1024 bins to 64 using decimation, peak detection, or averaging for efficient radar processing.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [IMU Integration with GY-85 for Pitch/Roll Correction in Target Coordinates: PLFM-RADAR Deep Dive](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/imu-integration-with-gy-85-for-pitch-roll-correction-in-target-coordinates)

Learn IMU integration with GY-85 for accurate pitch/roll correction in target coordinates within the PLFM-RADAR system. Enhance your georeferenced radar data.

- Tags: deep-dive
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [Cross-Layer FPGA/STM32 Communication for Radar Control: AERIS-10 Architecture Explained](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/cross-layer-fpga-stm32-communication-for-radar-control)

Explore AERIS-10 cross-layer FPGA/STM32 communication for radar control. Discover how this architecture integrates FPGA signal processing with STM32 power sequencing and AGC feedback.

- Tags: architecture
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [Radar Data Protocol Packet Structure and Frame Format in AERIS‑10 LFM Radar](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/radar-data-protocol-packet-structure-and-frame-format)

Explore the AERIS-10 LFM radar data protocol packet structure and frame format. Understand the fixed 17-byte header, variable IQ payload, and CRC-16 for high-throughput FPGA to PC USB streaming.

- Tags: api-reference
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [FPGA Software Replica for Offline Radar Data Processing and Replay: A Complete Guide](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/fpga-software-replica-for-offline-radar-data-processing-and-replay)

Explore NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR for a bit-accurate FPGA software replica of the AERIS-10 radar. Enable offline radar data processing and replay for algorithm development without hardware.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [SPI Communication Setup for ADAR1000 and ADF4382 Devices in PLFM RADAR Firmware](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/spi-communication-setup-for-adar1000-and-adf4382-devices)

Learn how to set up SPI communication for ADAR1000 and ADF4382 devices in PLFM RADAR firmware using STM32F7 and a layered SPI abstraction. Get efficient control for your radar system.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [I2C Peripheral Addresses and Bus Configuration for DAC5578 and ADS7830 in PLFM RADAR Firmware](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/i2c-peripheral-addresses-and-bus-configuration-for-dac5578-and-ads7830)

Configure I2C addresses and bus settings for DAC5578 and ADS7830 in PLFM RADAR firmware. Understand peripheral addresses and bus configurations for efficient hardware integration.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [USB CDC Communication with STM32 for GPS Data Streaming: Implementing a Virtual COM Port in Python](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/usb-cdc-communication-with-stm32-for-gps-data-streaming)

Learn USB CDC communication with STM32 for GPS data streaming. Implement a virtual COM port in Python to parse GPS frames independently of radar data. Explore the PLFM Radar project.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [Range FFT and Doppler FFT Implementation in FPGA Signal Processing: A Complete Technical Guide](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/range-fft-and-doppler-fft-implementation-in-fpga-signal-processing)

Learn how to implement Range FFT and Doppler FFT in FPGA signal processing using a radix-2 DIT engine. Explore a complete technical guide for PLFM RADAR firmware.

- Tags: deep-dive
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [Temperature Monitoring with ADS7830 ADC and Thermal Shutdown Thresholds in PLFM-RADAR](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/temperature-monitoring-with-ads7830-adc-and-thermal-shutdown-thresholds)

Implement robust temperature monitoring in your PLFM-RADAR system. Learn how the ADS7830 ADC and configurable thermal shutdown thresholds protect your hardware from overheating.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [Emergency Stop Procedure for RF Power Amplifier Protection in PLFM-RADAR](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/emergency-stop-procedure-for-rf-power-amplifier-protection)

Learn the emergency stop procedure for RF power amplifier protection in PLFM-RADAR. Discover how this routine prevents damage during critical faults like over-current or over-temperature.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [ADAR1000 Phase Shifter Control for TX/RX Beamforming Patterns: Complete Implementation Guide](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/adar1000-phase-shifter-control-for-tx-rx-beamforming-patterns)

Master ADAR1000 phase shifter control for TX/RX beamforming patterns. This guide details SPI lookup table implementation for electronic steering, enabling flexible radar system design.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [AD9523 PLL Configuration for Phase‑Aligned Multi‑Channel Outputs in the AERIS‑10 Radar](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/ad9523-clock-generator-pll-configuration-for-phase-aligned-multi-channel-outputs)

Configure the AD9523 clock generator PLL for precise phase-aligned multi-channel outputs. Achieve deterministic clocks for your radar system with zero-delay mode and synchronous sequencing.

- Tags: tutorial
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [LFM Chirp Timing Parameters and Pulse Repetition Interval Configuration in PLFM_RADAR](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/lfm-chirp-timing-parameters-and-pulse-repetition-interval-configuration)

Configure LFM chirp timing parameters and pulse repetition interval in PLFM_RADAR. Learn how 167 µs PRI, 30 µs long chirps, and 0.5 µs short chirps are defined using Verilog and Python.

- Tags: configuration
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [CFAR Detection Algorithms (CA, GO, SO) in FPGA vs Software: A Complete Implementation Guide](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/cfar-detection-algorithms-ca-go-so-modes-in-fpga-vs-software)

Implement CA GO SO CFAR detection algorithms in FPGA and software. This guide offers bit-accurate fixed-point FPGA vs floating-point Python implementation for optimal radar performance.

- Tags: deep-dive
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [MTI (Moving Target Indication) Canceller Implementation for Clutter Suppression in Radar Systems](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/mti-moving-target-indication-canceller-implementation-for-clutter-suppression)

Implement an MTI canceller for radar systems to suppress stationary clutter. Learn how the AERIS-10 radar combines FPGA and Python for effective clutter removal.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [USB Communication Protocol Between Python GUI and FPGA via FT2232H Explained](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/usb-communication-protocol-between-python-gui-and-fpga-via-ft2232h)

Learn the USB communication protocol for your Python GUI and FPGA using the FT2232H. This guide explains byte-stream protocols and packet exchange for efficient data transfer.

- Tags: deep-dive
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [FPGA Register Map and Host Command Interface for Radar Control: AERIS-10 Implementation Guide](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/fpga-register-map-and-host-command-interface-for-radar-control)

Explore the AERIS-10 FPGA register map and host command interface for radar control. Configure chirp timing, CFAR, gain, and self-test via USB without reprogramming.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [System Health Monitoring and Error Recovery in Embedded Radar Systems: Inside the AERIS-10 Open Source Radar](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/system-health-monitoring-and-error-recovery-in-embedded-radar-systems)

Explore system health monitoring and error recovery in embedded radar with AERIS-10. Discover its three-layer architecture for unattended field operation.

- Tags: internals
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [GPS Integration with UM982 Dual‑Antenna Receiver for Radar Positioning: Complete Implementation Guide](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/gps-integration-with-um982-dual-antenna-receiver-for-radar-positioning)

Implement GPS integration with the UM982 dual-antenna receiver for radar positioning. Explore a complete guide and firmware implementation details for enhanced navigation accuracy.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [Automatic Gain Control (AGC) Implementation Across FPGA, STM32, and GUI Layers in PLFM RADAR](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/automatic-gain-control-agc-implementation-across-fpga-stm32-gui-layers)

Discover how to implement Automatic Gain Control (AGC) across FPGA, STM32, and GUI layers in the PLFM RADAR platform. Learn about real-time control, GPIO mirroring, and user interface integration for optimized performance.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [STM32 Power-Up and Power-Down Sequencing for RF Subsystem Management: Complete Implementation Guide](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/stm32-power-up-and-power-down-sequencing-for-rf-subsystem-management)

Master STM32 power-up and power-down sequencing for RF subsystem management. Implement reliable control for PA supply rails using GPIO with this complete guide.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [FPGA Signal Processing Chain Architecture for Pulse Compression and CFAR Detection](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/fpga-signal-processing-chain-architecture-for-pulse-compression-and-cfar-detection)

Explore the FPGA signal processing chain architecture for pulse compression and CFAR detection. Learn how the AERIS-10 radar achieves calibrated target detections with range-Doppler processing.

- Tags: architecture
- Published: 2026-08-20

### [How to Implement Beam Steering with ADAR1000 Phase Shifters in a Phased Array Radar](/NawfalMotii79/PLFM_RADAR/how-to-implement-beam-steering-with-adar1000-phase-shifters-in-a-phased-array-radar)

Learn to implement beam steering with ADAR1000 phase shifters in phased array radar. Discover how the PLFM_RADAR firmware simplifies beam control for your radar system.

- Tags: how-to-guide
- Published: 2026-08-20