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Deep Space Network
The Deep Space Network (DSN) has a key role in the Deep Impact Mission - that of maintaining the link between spacecraft and the earth.
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Space Network
The Space Network (SN) provides tracking and data relay for spacecraft, satellites, and expendable launch vehicles (ELV) using space and ground segments.
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Near Earth Network
The Near Earth Network (NEN), formerly referred to as The Ground Network, provides services to orbital spacecraft, and the Space Shuttle (including pre-flight, launch, orbital, landing, and post flight activities). |
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Network Integration
Network Integration was formerly referred to as the SCaN Constellation Integration Project (SCIP). |
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TDRSS
The Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS) consists of five operational satellites that provide in-flight communications with spacecraft operating in low-Earth orbit.
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Systems Planning
Systems Planning is responsible for the task of developing a communications and navigation architecture to support Exploration and Science Programs through 2030.
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Technology
Technology aims to predict the needs of future communications missions in a manner that will yield initiatives with performance advancements and a reduction in cost.
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Data Standards
Data Standards pursues the implementation of national and international space data standards with the aim to improve interoperability.
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Agency Spectrum Management
Agency Spectrum Management ensures the availability and allocation of radio frequency spectrum for all Agency programs to support the operation of navigation systems, space and ground based radio transmission, and mission sensor operations.
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Spectrum Environment
Spectrum Environment focuses on comprehending and mitigating frequency and device interferences that effect the radio frequency spectrum.
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Search & Rescue/Distress Alerting Satellite System (DASS)
Search and Rescue coordinates with the Distress Alerting Satellite System (DASS) and is working on a new system that will improve distress alert and location capability.
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