MTI (Moving Target Indication)

Moving Target Indication (MTI) is a radar technique used to differentiate moving objects, like aircraft or vehicles, from stationary background clutter such as the ground or buildings. By comparing successive radar signals over time, MTI discards echoes from stationary objects and highlights only moving targets. This helps identify and track fast-moving objects more accurately, reducing false alarms caused by stationary clutter. MTI is essential for military and air traffic control applications, providing clearer detection of moving threats or targets in complex environments.