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Deep Space Network (DSN)

Q: What is Deep Space Network?

The Deep Space Network (DSN) is a global network of ground-based antennas and communication facilities that support interplanetary spacecraft missions, some Earth-orbiting missions, and select radio and radar astronomy observations. Expanded Explanation 1. Technical Function and Core Characteristics The DSN consists of large parabolic dish antennas and supporting infrastructure located at three sites roughly 120 degrees apart in longitude. It provides continuous two-way radio communications,

Q: How widely is Deep Space Network used?

1 organization in our directory is tagged Deep Space Network.

Deep Space Network is a global system of large ground antennas and control infrastructure that provides continuous two-way communication, tracking, and telemetry services for interplanetary spacecraft and select astronomy missions, which matters for organizations working with deep space data, navigation, and ground-segment design.

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It sits in a glossary	Linked to Planetary Surface Network, Space-Based Networks, Data Downlink Station, Deception Network	`inDefinedTermSet`

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