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The 1090 Megahertz Riddle: A Guide to Decoding Mode S and ADS-B Signals

21 days ago
  • #ADS-B
  • #Aircraft Surveillance
  • #Mode S
  • Aircraft surveillance has evolved from controller-based interrogation to automatic broadcast, with ADS-B being a common method.
  • ADS-B and Mode S use the 1090 MHz transponder to transmit open data, beneficial for air transportation studies.
  • The book provides a systematic guide to decoding Mode S and ADS-B signals, filling a gap in current literature.
  • It covers necessary background, hardware/software setups, and details of ADS-B and Mode S signals with Python examples.
  • Includes a summary and overview of research topics beyond signal decoding.
  • References key documents and studies related to ADS-B, Mode S, and related technologies.