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The tracking and data relay satellite system - An historical perspectiveThe Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS), NASA's primary communications link between near-earth orbiting spacecraft and the ground, is addressed. The TDRSS supporting elements and their roles are described along with the different phases of the TDRSS life cycle. Users of TDRSS and the extent of support given to them are shown. TDRSS performance is evaluated in terms of availability and service proficiency.
Document ID
19920047194
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Elwell, Daniel W. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Levine, Allen J. (NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Greenbelt, MD, United States)
Harris, David W. (NASA Headquarters Washington, DC United States)
Date Acquired
August 15, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1992
Subject Category
Space Communications, Spacecraft Communications, Command And Tracking
Report/Patent Number
AIAA PAPER 92-1882
Meeting Information
Meeting: AIAA International Communication Satellite Systems Conference and Exhibit
Location: Washington, DC
Country: United States
Start Date: March 22, 1992
End Date: March 26, 1992
Accession Number
92A29818
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Other

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