Space & Satellite Communication Workshops
i-Robochakra Navi Mumbai
We run workshops where you connect to real satellites, track the ISS live, build a ground station, and decode signals with guidance from an ex-ISRO scientist.
Pricing Guide
Standard 2-Day Workshop (Individual)
Logistics & Faculty
- Duration: 2 Days (Approx. 14 hours total), typically weekends 09:30 AM to 04:30 PM.
- Venue: Held at a hired AC conference hall or center in Navi Mumbai.
- Mentorship: Sessions led by Retd. ISRO Scientist (e.g., Shri B. A. Subramani).
- Hospitality: Includes working lunch and tea/coffee for both days.
Hardware Access (Returnable)
- Kit Ratio: Shared use of equipment in groups (1 kit per 3 to 5 participants).
- Components: RTL-SDR Dongles, LNA signal boosters, and DIY Yagi/V-Dipole antennas.
- Workstations: Laptop provided per group pre-loaded with Gpredict and decoding software.
Core Activities
- Live Tracking: Tracking ISS and NOAA satellites during orbital passes.
- Signal Decoding: Capturing audio signals from weather satellites to decode cloud-cover images.
- Field Work: Outdoor sessions for antenna orientation and polarization techniques.
Certification
- Credential: Hard-copy certificate of completion signed by the ISRO Scientist.
Institutional Campus Workshop (Bulk Booking)
Cohort Prerequisites
- Minimum Headcount: Valid only for bulk bookings of 40 to 50+ students.
- Venue Responsibility: Client/College must provide an AV-equipped seminar hall and open ground/terrace access.
- Exclusions: Price excludes lunch, refreshments, and venue rental costs.
Equipment & Logistics
- Mobile Lab: Provider transports all necessary SDRs, antennas, and laptops to the campus.
- Gear Ratio: Equipment provided on a 1:5 ratio (returnable basis).
- Curriculum: Covers the same technical syllabus (Orbital mechanics, SDR setup, NOAA decoding) as the standard batch.
Deliverables
- Faculty: Instruction led by the same Retd. ISRO Scientist and support staff.
- Certification: Individual certificates provided for all participating students.
About Space & Satellite Communication Workshops
Curiosity is what drives us. Our workshops are all about getting you out of the classroom and into the world of real space communication. You actually connect with satellites, not just read about them.
Who Guides You
Shri B. A. Subramani (VU2WMY), a retired ISRO scientist, leads every session. He’s been part of Chandrayaan and Mangalyaan missions, and he’s a HAM radio pro. He’s got stories, patience, and answers for every question - even the ones you think are silly.
What Happens in Two Days
- Day one is all about the basics: how satellites work, orbits, and communication principles. You get your hands on satellite dish parts and do live ISS tracking.
- Day two, you dive deeper. Set up software and hardware, receive live data from space, and capture weather satellite images. You’ll see digital communication modes like SSTV and PSK in action.
What You Actually Do
- Track the ISS live as it passes overhead.
- Build an amateur radio ground station using SDR.
- Decode satellite signals and generate weather images.
- Try out space communication hands-on training.
Who Can Join
Anyone with curiosity. We’ve had college students, teachers, working folks, and even a 78-year-old join in. No age or background limits.
What You Take Home
- Real hands-on experience with returnable kits and laptops.
- Certificate signed by our ISRO scientist.
- Inspiration and maybe the itch to set up your own ground station.
Meet your Expert
i-RoboChakra
My Story
Hi, I’m Krishna Rao, partner at i-Robochakra Navi Mumbai. We kicked this off seeing kids glued to screens, so we thought - why not make that time count? We’re ISRO Space Tutors, so the workshops get pretty wild, especially when retired ISRO folks drop in. Once, even a 78-year-old joined in! That spark, whether it’s a kid building a Dahi Handi Bot or a student decoding satellite images, is what keeps us going. We’re here for the ‘aha!’ moments.
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