Adaptive beamforming is driving the adoption of larger, all-digital electronically steerable arrays (ESAs/phased arrays). However, the underlying concepts and mathematics can often feel abstract and challenging to grasp. In this hands-on workshop, we will bridge that gap by building and implementing our own multi-channel adaptive beamformers.  

Participants will explore the principles of adaptive beamforming and learn how to mitigate interference and jamming in real-world scenarios. Through concise lectures and guided exercises, we will cover key algorithms step-by-step, including deep dives into popular approaches such as LMS and MVDR/LCMV. Attendees will then design and implement their own multi-channel adaptive beamformers using real data collected from a digital beamformer available in the room.

To ensure an interactive experience, all datasets and Python scripts will be provided, enabling participants to perform labs directly on their laptops. By the end of the session, attendees will gain both intuitive and technical mastery of adaptive beamforming through a unique blend of theory and practice.

Who Should Attend

• RF engineers and system designers working with phased arrays or ESAs

• Signal processing professionals interested in adaptive algorithms

• Researchers and students seeking practical experience with beamforming

• Anyone looking to bridge the gap between theory and real-world implementation

Key Takeaways

• Understand the fundamentals of adaptive beamforming and how to choose the best implementation for your system

• Gain hands-on experience implementing adaptive algorithms

• Learn techniques for interference and jammer mitigation in practical scenarios

• Acquire skills to design, analyze, and optimize beamforming solutions using real-world data