Independent Research Project Need Help

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The discussion centers around a senior-level independent research project in a scientific measurements course, which requires the implementation of a physical circuit that incorporates digital interfacing concepts. The student seeks a project idea that balances complexity and feasibility, with interests in Bandpass Filters, Random Signals, Kalman Filters, and Digital Signal Processing (DSP). A suggested project is to simulate the operation of a pulse-Doppler radar, integrating the student's interests into a cohesive and challenging endeavor.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Bandpass Filters and their applications
  • Familiarity with Random Signals and their characteristics
  • Knowledge of Kalman Filters and their implementation
  • Proficiency in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) techniques
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the design and simulation of pulse-Doppler radar systems
  • Explore advanced applications of Bandpass Filters in signal processing
  • Investigate the implementation of Kalman Filters in real-time systems
  • Learn about Digital Signal Processing (DSP) tools and software for circuit simulation
USEFUL FOR

Students in engineering or physics programs, particularly those focusing on digital circuits, signal processing, and independent research projects.

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I am in a senior level scientific measurements using digital interfacing class, which is basically like a smash-up of digital circuits lab, intro to DAQ and DAC/ADC, and senior project. Now, part of this class, only 10%, is a independent "research" project. I put this in quotes because we only have half a semester to do this project.

I don't know if anyone else has had any project like this, but I am having a really hard time finding a medium between too hard and too easy. I don't want this class to eat up all my time, but I want to do something interesting and challenging.

The project needs to be a physical circuit that implements a theory or idea and is somewhat digital.

My interests are:

Bandpass Filters and Applications
Random Signals
Kalman Filters
DSP

Can anyone help me to come up with a good idea of what to do please.
 
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nothingclever said:
My interests are:

Bandpass Filters and Applications
Random Signals
Kalman Filters
DSP

Can anyone help me to come up with a good idea of what to do please.

How about simulating the operation of a pulse-doppler radar and using those interests of yours to get results? Or is that too complicated/specific?
 

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