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Shannon David Blunt is the Roy A. Roberts Distinguished Professor at the University of Kansas, affiliated with the School of Engineering's Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. His research focuses on advanced radar signal processing, waveform design, cognitive radar systems, and radar-communications integration. He leads experimental projects such as the Waveform Diversity Experimentation System (WaDES) and the SMART Hub initiative addressing spectrum crisis challenges. His work emphasizes spectral efficiency, adaptive processing, and real-time cognitive radar solutions. Blunt holds editorial roles, including founding the IEEE Transactions on Radar Systems, and has contributed to over 100 peer-reviewed articles since 2017.
Research Interests: Radar signal processing innovations include optimizing radar waveforms for multifunction digital arrays, developing random FM techniques, and advancing clutter suppression algorithms. His research bridges radar and communications via initiatives like Phase-Attached Radar-Communications (PARC) and Multi-User Radar/Communications (MURC). Key areas include waveform diversity, spectrum sharing, and real-time spectral notching for cognitive radar. He explores bio-inspired systems and medical signal processing applications, though his primary focus remains radar systems engineering.
Recent Trends in Articles: Recent work (2023–2025) emphasizes hybrid FM waveforms, reiterative super-resolution algorithms, and physical waveform optimization. Publications address challenges in Doppler robustness, waveform recycling, and experimental validation of spectrum-sharing technologies. Collaborations with industry and government labs highlight applied research in spectrum management and mm-wave radar for automotive/urban mobility.
Awards & Recognition:
- Roy A. Roberts Distinguished Professorship
- Leadership in the IEEE Radar Journal and Special Sections
Grants & Labs: Directs the SMART Hub (Solving the Spectrum Crisis) and oversees WaDES. His lab's experimental systems demonstrate real-time cognitive radar and spectrum-sharing solutions. Advises on federal grants for radar spectrum engineering and vehicular RF convergence projects.
Labs & Teams: Active in the University of Kansas's radar engineering group, collaborating with the SMART Hub consortium and industry partners like Raytheon and Boeing.
