LTE Passive Radar

Radar Type
LTE Passive Radar
Operating Principle
Passive Radar using LTE Signals (TDOA)
Coverage
360° Azimuth · 70° Elevation
Primary Applications
Border Surveillance · Airports · Coastal Areas · Critical Infrastructure

Overview

LTE Passive Radar is an advanced passive surveillance system that detects and tracks aerial and ground targets by processing reflections from non-cooperative illumination sources, such as commercial LTE communication signals. Unlike conventional radars, it operates without an active transmitter, ensuring completely covert surveillance..
Developed indigenously by Raddef, the system is based on state-of-the-art Time Difference of Arrival (TDOA) technology. With 360° azimuth coverage and 70° elevation coverage, it provides early warning of approaching UAVs and other targets from all directions. Its cost-effective and discreet nature makes it ideal for long-term perimeter and area surveillance.

Passive Detection Using LTE Signals

The LTE Passive Radar exploits existing commercial LTE transmissions as illuminators of opportunity. By analyzing reflected signals from targets and applying TDOA-based processing, the system accurately determines the presence, location, and movement of drones, aircraft, and vehicles—without emitting any detectable radiation.
This passive operation makes the system immune to detection, interception, or anti-radiation attacks.

Applications & Use Cases

LTE Passive Radar is ideally suited for:

International border and coastal surveillance
Airport and airspace monitoring
Protection of prisons and large industrial facilities
Counter-UAS and low-altitude airspace security
Perimeter surveillance for sensitive installations

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Key Features

Target Detection and Tracking

Detects and tracks aircraft, vehicles, and drones using LTE signals without an active transmitter.

Covert Surveillance & Security

Fully passive operation enables stealth monitoring for military, border security, and counter-drone missions.

Cost-Effective & Weather-Resistant

Utilizes existing LTE infrastructure, reducing system costs while ensuring reliable all-weather performance.

Wide Area Coverage

360° azimuth and 70° elevation coverage for continuous situational awareness.

Indigenous & Scalable Design

Fully indigenous system, easily scalable and integrable with other surveillance technologies.