Performance analysis of beamformers using generalized loading of the covariance matrix in the presence of random steering vector errors

Authors:
O. Besson;F. Vincent
Affiliations:
Dept. of Avionics & Syst., ENSICA, Toulouse, France;-
Venue:
IEEE Transactions on Signal Processing
Year:
2005

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Abstract

Robust adaptive beamforming is a key issue in array applications where there exist uncertainties about the steering vector of interest. Diagonal loading is one of the most popular techniques to improve robustness. In this paper, we present a theoretical analysis of the signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio (SINR) for the class of beamformers based on generalized (i.e., not necessarily diagonal) loading of the covariance matrix in the presence of random steering vector errors. A closed-form expression for the SINR is derived that is shown to accurately predict the SINR obtained in simulations. This theoretical formula is valid for any loading matrix. It provides insights into the influence of the loading matrix and can serve as a helpful guide to select it. Finally, the analysis enables us to predict the level of uncertainties up to which robust beamformers are effective and then depart from the optimal SINR.