Automatic Satellite Tracking System
Currently, most of the antenna alignment systems for satellite tracking in Digital Satellite News Gathering (DSNG) Vans are either manual or semi-automatic requiring human effort and time. Even for a semi-automatic system, the cost is high and non-availability of maintenance parts render them un-rep
2025-06-28 16:30:28 - Adil Khan
Automatic Satellite Tracking System
Project Area of Specialization Electrical/Electronic EngineeringProject SummaryCurrently, most of the antenna alignment systems for satellite tracking in Digital Satellite News Gathering (DSNG) Vans are either manual or semi-automatic requiring human effort and time. Even for a semi-automatic system, the cost is high and non-availability of maintenance parts render them un-repairable in case of even a small damage, which is quite common in hostile live reporting environment of Pakistan.
The idea is to design an automatic antenna alignment system targeted for DSNG vans that can be controlled using an android application. The alignment system will be fully automatic, tracking up to 6 satellites including Paksat and AsiaSat. The system will have options of moving the antenna to a particular location by simply putting the satellite coordinates as well as the option of manual alignment. For security purpose, the authorized access feature will also be included.
Project Objectives- To automatically track up to 6 satellites, in particular Paksat and AsiaSat
- To auto-align itself (antenna) at maximum signal strength region.
- To be remotely controlled via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology using android app.
Antenna will be controlled through an android application that can be installed on an android supported device. Antenna will be able to rotate 360 degree in azimuth and elevated angles using motors and motor drivers, controlled using Arduino. The Arduino will be connected to android app via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology. On the other side the dish antenna will be connected to receiver through LNB to display.
- Specially designed for DSNG vans of different news channels.
- Can be helpful for satellite home service providers.
- Saves Time while operating in auto mode.
- Can be operated through long distance.
- Can track any satellite automatically.
- Reduces human efforts.
- It will only be operated by authorized person.
The antenna alignment system prototype will be operated through android app on a cell phone through which the dish antenna will align itself to that specific satellite. In addition, the manual option of moving the antenna through joypad/directional keys on cell phone will also be provided. Further, the password protected authorization will also be incorporated.
Final Deliverable of the Project HW/SW integrated systemCore Industry TelecommunicationOther Industries Others Core Technology Internet of Things (IoT)Other Technologies OthersSustainable Development Goals Industry, Innovation and InfrastructureRequired Resources| Item Name | Type | No. of Units | Per Unit Cost (in Rs) | Total (in Rs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total in (Rs) | 80000 | |||
| Arduino mega | Equipment | 2 | 4500 | 9000 |
| Linear actuator | Equipment | 2 | 6000 | 12000 |
| DC generated motor and gears | Equipment | 2 | 6000 | 12000 |
| BTS 7960 | Equipment | 2 | 2500 | 5000 |
| HMC 5883 | Equipment | 2 | 1000 | 2000 |
| ADXL 345 | Equipment | 2 | 1500 | 3000 |
| Satellite dish | Equipment | 1 | 9000 | 9000 |
| Receiver | Equipment | 1 | 8000 | 8000 |
| Dish tracker structure And communication modules | Equipment | 1 | 10000 | 10000 |
| Miscellaneous | Miscellaneous | 1 | 10000 | 10000 |