Project Description
Very Low Frequency (VLF) radio waves can be used to understand the Earth’s ionosphere, a region of energetic charged particles and plasma that forms the boundary between the atmosphere and space proper. Our lab is completing the redesign of our VLF receivers in order to deploy an Array for VLF Imaging of the D-region (AVID) of the ionosphere to better study this region. The receiver employs the use of a custom Python software suite to run the data acquisition hardware and process the data down into desired data products. This project will modernize the codebase with specific goals to increase its efficiency and reliability.Ìý
You will work directly with James Cannon, a graduate student, who will assist with any issues and guide your progress. Dr. Robert Marshall will oversee the entirety of the project. This project will serve as a deep dive into the use of Python in scientific research, data acquisition software, and the complexities of measuring frequency-specific signals (Fourier analysis, GPS time stamping, and broad- and narrow-band data).
Special Requirements
Must have experience with Python.
Contact
- Robert MarshallÌý(´Ú²¹³¦³Ü±ô³Ù²â)
- James CannonÌý(graduate student)