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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS) program Economic and programmatic, considerationsThe Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS) represents the principal element of a new space-based tracking and communication network which will support NASA spaceflight missions in low earth orbit. In its complete configuration, the TDRSS network will include a space segment consisting of three highly specialized communication satellites in geosynchronous orbit, a ground segment consisting of an earth terminal, and associated data handling and control facilities. The TDRSS network has the objective to provide communication and data relay services between the earth-orbiting spacecraft and their ground-based mission control and data handling centers. The first TDRSS spacecraft has been now in service for two years. The present paper is concerned with the TDRSS experience from the perspective of the various programmatic and economic considerations which relate to the program.
Document ID
19860031157
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Aller, R. O.
(NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
August 12, 2013
Publication Date
October 1, 1985
Subject Category
Space Communications, Spacecraft Communications, Command And Tracking
Report/Patent Number
IAF PAPER 85-422
Accession Number
86A15895
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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