Student Tomáš Homolka was tasked with integrating and testing a functional prototype of a five-channel antenna array, with the main focus of his work being the selection and synchronization of SDR modules.
The student approached the task in an agile manner, regularly consulting with his supervisor while also working independently. Although the project covered a relatively broad range of topics, from antennas to signal processing, he quickly familiarized himself with the subject matter. This is evident from the systematic description and selection of a suitable SDR platform, the discussion of its limitations, and the design and execution of the individual tests.
Text is very well written with only minor problems, i.e. when describing the experiment in chapter 3.6 where text it describes as signal transmitted by one SDR and received by second one, whereas the Fig. 3.10 in wiring diagram shows it as single SDR is both transmitting and receiving.
From the description of some of the tests, I had the impression that the student accepted the first results obtained, even when they were not entirely satisfactory. For example, the initial test with MUSIC algorithm is described as partial success even if single graph for angle of arrival looks very well defined, even if the settings of the input filter to bandwidth of 10kHz are very questionable. However, the amount of work completed by student within a single semester is admirable.

All requirements specified in the assignment have been fulfilled. Points proposed by supervisor: 90

Topics for thesis defence:

1. Would it be possible to use the implemented system, after appropriate software modifications, for the cancellation of common-mode (local) interference?
2. In Appendix A.4, Beam Steering Script (page 102), the caption states: “…the key equation from the Balanis book…”. Which book by Balanis are you referring to?

Points proposed by reviewer: 92