Feature Request: add Zigbee #2004
Description
Feature Proposal: Jamming, Copying, Sending, and Receiving
Overview
This proposal suggests adding four core capabilities to Bruce: jamming, copying, sending, and receiving.
These features aim to expand Bruce’s functionality for testing, research, debugging, and educational use in controlled environments.
The structure and priority align with the existing issue classification.
Goals
- Extend Bruce’s communication and signal-handling capabilities
- Enable advanced testing and experimentation workflows
- Maintain modular, documented, and responsibly scoped implementations
Proposed Features
Jamming
Description:
Ability to generate controlled interference for testing and simulation purposes.
Key Capabilities:
- Configurable parameters (frequency, bandwidth, duration, etc.)
- Intended for lab or controlled environments
- Optional safeguards or restrictions
Use Cases:
- Stress-testing communication systems
- Simulation and research
- Educational demonstrations
Copying
Description:
Ability to capture and replicate signals or data streams.
Key Capabilities:
- Capture incoming data or signals
- Save captured data for later use
- Replay or duplicate captured data accurately
Use Cases:
- Protocol analysis
- Debugging
- Reproducible testing scenarios
Sending
Description:
Ability to transmit data or signals manually or programmatically.
Key Capabilities:
- Custom payload support
- Configurable transmission parameters
- API or interface support for automation
Use Cases:
- Testing communication workflows
- Manual experimentation
- Integration with external tools
Receiving
Description:
Ability to listen for, capture, and optionally decode incoming data or signals.
Key Capabilities:
- Passive listening
- Data capture and logging
- Optional decoding and export functionality
Use Cases:
- Monitoring
- Debugging
- Analysis and education
Implementation Considerations
- Features should be modular and independently enableable
- Permission gating or environment checks may be appropriate
- Clear documentation and examples are encouraged
- Logging and transparency should be prioritized where applicable
Summary
Adding jamming, copying, sending, and receiving capabilities would significantly enhance Bruce’s flexibility and usefulness across testing, research, and educational contexts while allowing for responsible implementation.