SatDump is a free, open-source satellite data processing application designed for receiving, decoding, and analyzing transmissions from numerous satellites. It supports real-time signal reception through compatible software-defined radio devices and offline processing of recorded data. The application provides specialized decoding pipelines for different satellite systems, modulation formats, and data products. Users can transform received signals into imagery, telemetry, and other interpretable outputs. Its graphical interface includes recording controls, processing configurations, and signal monitoring tools. SatDump also provides a command-line interface for automated processing and advanced workflows. Available across multiple operating systems, it supports satellite enthusiasts, researchers, and radio operators working with Earth observation and communications signals.
Features
- Real-time satellite signal reception through SDR hardware
- Offline processing of recorded satellite transmissions
- Satellite-specific demodulation and decoding pipelines
- Satellite imagery and telemetry data generation
- Graphical signal recording and processing interface
- Command-line processing and automation support