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
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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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.

FAQPage Schema
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.