AERIS-10 is an open-source phased array radar system that operates at 10.5 GHz with pulse linear frequency modulated waveforms and electronic beam steering.
The system addresses the barrier to entry for radar experimentation by providing complete hardware and software designs for a functional phased array radar platform. It uses pulse compression, Doppler processing, and constant false alarm rate detection implemented on an onboard FPGA to extract target information from received signals. The tool offers two configurations: a 3 km range variant with an 8x16 patch antenna array and a 20 km range variant with a 32x16 dielectric-filled slotted waveguide array. Both support electronic beam steering across ±45 degrees in elevation and azimuth, allowing users to steer the radar beam without mechanical rotation.
Researchers, drone developers, and advanced makers exploring phased array radar technology should consider this system if they need a fully documented, modular platform for beamforming experiments, signal processing development, or target tracking research. The modular design separates power management, frequency synthesis, and RF boards, making it suitable for customization and integration into larger systems. The included Python GUI with map integration provides a user-friendly interface for operation and visualization. GPS and IMU integration enable real-time position and attitude correction for mobile platforms.
The project maintains comprehensive documentation of hardware schematics, PCB layouts, firmware, and software components. Development activity shows ongoing refinement of the system architecture and signal processing implementations. The codebase reflects active work on the complete radar pipeline from RF generation through target detection and display.
