sdr-satellite

Receive and decode satellite signals using SoapySDR and SGP4 orbital propagation.

3|2|Updated Mar 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/broomva/skills --skill sdr-satellite
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Skill: sdr-satellite
Source: https://github.com/broomva/skills/tree/main/skills/aerospace/sdr-satellite
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/broomva/skills --skill sdr-satellite

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This skill bridges the gap between raw radio frequency signals and actionable world-state data, allowing you to receive, decode, and visualize satellite transmissions without needing deep expertise in signal processing.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Satellite Reception: Provides a complete stack for receiving weather imagery, telemetry, and packet data from satellites like NOAA and Meteor-M.
  • Orbit Mechanics: Integrates SGP4 propagation and astrodynamics to predict satellite passes and calculate Doppler shifts.
  • System Integration: Offers patterns for wiring satellite events into agent-based architectures like Opsis or Life Agent OS.

Quick Start

Use the sdr-satellite skill to configure your environment for receiving NOAA-19 weather imagery and predicting its next pass over your location.

Frequently Asked Questions about sdr-satellite

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I decode satellite telemetry and weather imagery using software-defined radio?

To decode satellite telemetry, you configure a software-defined radio stack with SoapySDR for hardware abstraction, then process the raw RF signals to extract weather imagery and packet data from satellites like NOAA and Meteor-M.

Can I predict satellite passes and calculate Doppler shifts without deep signal processing expertise?

Yes, you can predict satellite passes and calculate Doppler shifts by integrating SGP4-compliant orbital propagation libraries, which handle the astrodynamics and mechanics needed to track orbits automatically.

What is the best way to integrate real-time satellite telemetry into an agent-based architecture?

The best way to integrate real-time satellite telemetry into an agent-based architecture is to use system integration patterns that wire decoded satellite events directly into frameworks like Opsis or Life Agent OS.

Do I need SoapySDR to receive NOAA weather imagery with this software-defined radio toolkit?

Yes, you need SoapySDR to provide the hardware abstraction layer required to interface with your software-defined radio hardware for receiving NOAA weather imagery and other satellite transmissions.

How does SGP4 orbital propagation work for tracking satellites?

SGP4 orbital propagation works by using mathematical models of astrodynamics to calculate satellite positions over time, enabling accurate prediction of when a satellite will pass over a specific location and its resulting Doppler shift.