CHIRP (Compressed High-Intensity Radar Pulse)

CHIRP (Compressed High-Intensity Radar Pulse) is a radar technology that sends out a specially designed, long-duration signal whose frequency gradually changes over time. This "chirped" signal allows the radar system to gather more detailed information about objects by analyzing how the signal bounces back. When received, the system compresses the signal to improve resolution and detect smaller objects or features more accurately. CHIRP radars are widely used in navigation, weather monitoring, and military applications because they provide clearer images and better target detection compared to traditional pulsed radar systems.