SigMF Data Formatting

SigMF Specification and Package Download#

The Organization of SigMF Files#

  • Dataset: sets of digital measurements generically called samples
  • Metadata: describes the Dataset with which it is associated
  • Recording: comprises a Metadata file and the Dataset file it describes
  • Collection: describe the relationships between multiple Recordings
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Example Codes#

  • LTE I/Q Measurements at Multiple UAV Heights: Python codes that convert MATLAB format I/Q samples and a textfile GPS logs to SigMF format dataset can be found here [download].
  • Helikite Spectrum Measurements (Packapalooza): Python codes that convert MATLAB format I/Q samples, textfiles GPS logs, and spectrum monitoring logs to SigMF format dataset can be found here [download].
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