RTL-SDR, which stands for Realtek Software Defined Radio, is a popular and affordable hardware platform that allows enthusiasts, hobbyists, and professionals to explore the world of software-defined radio. It utilizes inexpensive USB dongles originally designed for digital TV reception and repurposes them as versatile radio receivers. RTL-SDR devices can tune into a wide range of frequencies, from the electromagnetic spectrum used for FM radio and TV broadcasts to various wireless communication signals, including amateur radio, aircraft tracking, weather satellites, and more. This accessibility and adaptability make RTL-SDR a valuable tool for learning about radio technology, signal processing, and exploring the signals that surround us in the modern wireless world.
If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician. I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music. … I get most joy in life out of music,