Hands-on Satellite Tracking and Ground Station Operations

A series of satellite tracking activities were conducted at the Ground Station, Assam Don Bosco University (ADBU), Tapesia, during January 2026, involving multiple student groups. The activities utilised advanced ground station infrastructure and professional software tools such as DHRUVA, DSCC (Dhruva Space Control Center), and GQRX to track and monitor several Low Earth Orbit satellites. Students systematically performed satellite pass prediction, automated antenna tracking, and real-time signal reception and analysis, including observation of Doppler shift, pass duration, and antenna elevation and azimuth parameters. The programme provided valuable hands-on training in satellite communication and ground station operations, and included an industry interaction with officials from Dhruva Space. Overall, the activities significantly strengthened practical understanding and technical competence in space communication and satellite tracking systems.