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Engineer open-sources DIY radar system that's 95% cheaper than $250,000 commercial offerings, has 20 kilometer range — Moroccan engineer designs Aeris-10 radar, shares it on GitHub

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Moroccan engineer Nawfal Motii has developed the open-source Aeris-10 radar system, available on GitHub, which is a cost-effective alternative to commercial radar systems at just $5,000-$7,200. The radar has two variants, offering ranges of 3 km and 20 km, respectively, with advanced features like Moving Target Indicator and Doppler-effect estimation. The system uses an FPGA and microcontroller for processing and control, and allows for ±45° elevation/azimuth adjustments. Motii aims to release the project on the Crowed Supply platform in Q3 2026, providing an accessible DIY radar solution for enthusiasts with the necessary skills.

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