College
Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
Date of Last Revision
2025-06-04 12:48:06
Major
Electrical Engineering
Honors Course
4400:401
Number of Credits
2
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science
Date of Expected Graduation
Spring 2025
Abstract
The "Mobile Weather Satellite Receiver" project aims to create a portable, user-friendly device that receives and displays weather information from geostationary satellites, addressing the limitations of traditional weather sources like the Internet and weather radio, particularly in remote areas. This device will collect and demodulate satellite data, including imagery and Emergency Managers Weather Information Network (EMWIN) forecasts, to provide users with detailed local forecasts and real-time alerts.
Designed with a user-centric approach, the system includes a satellite dish, Software Defined Radio (SDR), a Raspberry Pi, and a custom software interface for ease of use. Its portability and ability to function without an internet connection make it particularly valuable for users in remote areas such as RV travelers and off-grid homesteaders, where timely weather data is crucial for safety. This project leverages existing satellite communication technology to offer a cost-effective, all-in-one solution, making satellite weather data accessible and easy to use for people in isolated locations.
I will be working on the antenna mount, parabolic dish, and the horn antenna.
Research Sponsor
Michael Lichter
First Reader
Nathan Ida
Second Reader
Michael Lichter
Honors Faculty Advisor
Jose Alexis de Abreu-Garcia
Proprietary and/or Confidential Information
No
Recommended Citation
Datsko, Luke; Watts, Sam; Do, Jason; and Bechtler, Adam, "Mobile Weather Satellite Receiver" (2025). Williams Honors College, Honors Research Projects. 2046.
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/honors_research_projects/2046