rtlsdr Archives - Adventures in RF, Electronics, and General Tinkering

Propagation at 1090 MHz for ADS-B Systems

By KE4BFI June 25, 2023ADSB Projects, AntennasNo Comments

Understanding the intricacies of propagation at 1090mhz is vital for optimizing range, reliability, and accuracy. Let's delve into the key aspects of propagation at 1090 MHz: Line-of-Sight (LOS) Communication: At…

Decoding ADS-B: Unveiling the Top SDR Dongles for Optimal ADS-B Reception

By KE4BFI June 24, 2023ADSB Projects, SDR Projects1 Comment

When it comes to selecting the best SDR (Software-Defined Radio) dongle for ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast), there are several popular options known for their performance and compatibility. Let's take a…

10 Raspberry Pi projects based on Software-Defined Radio (SDR)

By KE4BFI June 23, 2023ADSB Projects, RPi Projects, SDR ProjectsNo Comments

ADS-B Receiver: Build an ADS-B receiver using Raspberry Pi and Software-Defined Radio (SDR) to track aircraft in your vicinity. This project utilizes RTL-SDR dongles and the Dump1090 software. More information…

What’s a Filter and How Can It Help My ADSB Reception?

By KE4BFI June 22, 2023ADSB Projects, AntennasNo Comments

In the world of aviation enthusiasts and radio hobbyists, ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) is a crucial technology for tracking and monitoring aircraft. To ensure optimal reception of ADS-B signals at…

Raspberry Pi and Single Board Computers: Empowering Enthusiast Tracking and Enhancing ADS-B with ADSB.fi

By KE4BFI June 20, 2023ADSB Projects, RPi Projects, SDR ProjectsNo Comments

Enthusiasts passionate about tracking aircraft have discovered the power of Raspberry Pi and other single-board computers in their endeavors. These affordable and versatile devices, in combination with Software-Defined Radios (SDRs),…

DragonOS, KrakenSDR, and DF Aggregator are seamlessly connected via a long-range WiFi link spanning 1km.

By KE4BFI June 16, 2023SDR ProjectsNo Comments

DragonOS is an Ubuntu Linux image that is readily available for use and comes with preinstalled SDR software packages. One of the included tools is DF Aggregator, which facilitates radio…

Build a ADSB.fi Community-Based Flight Feeder

By KE4BFI June 13, 2023ADSB Projects, RPi Projects, SDR Projects3 Comments

REAL-TIME ADSB AIRCRAFT MAP Adsb.fi is a community-driven ADSB flight tracker that runs on Raspberry Pi and other low-power devices utilizing affordable software-defined radio hardware. Adsb.fi provides open and unfiltered…

Raspberry Pi Based Mobile ADSB Receiver

By KE4BFI June 6, 2023RPi Projects, SDR Projects1 Comment

I built this simple mobile ADSB receiver with GPS and feeds to popular flight location aggregation sites like FlightAware, Radarbox, ADSBExchange, PlaneSpotter, OpenSky, and more. With the right antenna and…