Introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar

<p><b>A real-world guide to practical applications of ground penetrating radar (GPR)</b></p> <p>The nondestructive nature of ground penetrating radar makes it an important and popular method of subsurface imaging, but it is a highly specialized field, requiring a deep understanding of the underlying science for successful application. <i>Introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar: Inverse Scattering and Data Processing</i> provides experienced professionals with the background they need to ensure precise data collection and analysis.</p> <p>Written to build upon the information presented in more general introductory volumes, the book discusses the fundamental mathematical, physical, and engineering principles upon which GPR is built. Real-world examples and field data provide readers an accurate view of day-to-day GPR use. Topics include:</p> <ul> <li>2D scattering for dielectric and magnetic targets</li> <li>3D scattering equations and migration algorithms</li> <li>Host medium characterization and diffraction tomography</li> <li>Time and frequency steps in GPR data sampling</li> <li>The Born approximation and the singular value decomposition</li> </ul> <p>The six appendices contain the mathematical proofs of all examples discussed throughout the book. <i>Introduction to Ground Penetrating Radar: Inverse Scattering and Data Processing</i> is a comprehensive resource that will prove invaluable in the field.</p>