Radiation Pattern Classification Using Machine Learning on Public Antenna Datasets
Project Description
Create a machine learning model that classifies antenna radiation patterns (e.g., omnidirectional, directional, patch, helical) using publicly available antenna radiation data.
The goal is to build a system that learns pattern characteristics from graphs or numerical data and classifies them into predefined antenna types — useful for educational or pattern recognition tools.
No dataset is provided by the client — the freelancer is expected to find or generate simulated data from open-access sources.
🎯 Objectives:
- Collect or generate a dataset of at least 100 radiation patterns (2D polar or 3D Cartesian): Can use open repositories, academic papers, or simulate via tools like Python, MATLAB. Dataset should label patterns by antenna type (e.g., dipole, Yagi, patch, horn)
- Preprocess data into a usable ML format: Extract key features: beamwidth, side lobes, front-to-back ratio, etc. Optionally convert plots into vector features or images.
- Train a machine learning model to classify the radiation patterns
- Evaluate accuracy with confusion matrix and performance metrics
- Document your work with: Dataset source and cleaning notes, Model training steps, Results and limitations, Suggestions for future improvements.
📦 Deliverables:
- Python scripts or Jupyter notebooks
- ML model file (e.g., .pkl or TensorFlow/PyTorch)
- The dataset (with sources)
- Final PDF report (6–10 pages) including:
- Dataset overview
- Classification approach
- Evaluation metrics
- Visual results
🛠Preferred Tools:
- Python (scikit-learn, TensorFlow, matplotlib, pandas)
- Optional: MATLAB or GNU Radio for simulation
- Data sources: IEEE DataPort, Kaggle, or self-simulated with NEC2
💼 Ideal Freelancer Background:
- Experience with machine learning for classification tasks
- Familiarity with antenna theory and radiation patterns
📥 How to Apply:
Must be include:
Example of ML or signal/data classification work you’ve done.
How you plan to build or find the dataset.
Your preferred tech stack and training method.