Students from the Electrical Engineering Department at the University of Central Punjab have successfully developed a satellite ground station in the lab, receiving their first satellite image from the NOAA satellite. This achievement was made possible by designing custom VHF antenna systems, including cross-dipole, V, inverted V, and quadrifilar helix antennas. Using a software-defined radio (SDR) and GNU Radio, the team captured satellite signals and generated an image of the Central Asia region. This station will support research in areas such as image processing, environmental sciences, weather forecasting, and disaster management. The next phase includes developing S-band antennas for higher-resolution images.
This project marks a significant milestone in the department’s research capabilities, providing students with hands-on experience in satellite communications and signal processing. The successful reception of satellite images is a testament to the hard work and innovation of the team.
