Theoretical and Natural Science
- The Open Access Proceedings Series for Conferences
Series Vol. 5 , 25 May 2023
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With the increase in the demand of space exploration in recent years and the increase in the amount of communication data between the earth and spacecrafts, the development of deep space communication is undoubtedly a great support for space exploration. Deep Space Network (DSN) is an important organization that helps people to get in touch with spacecrafts. This paper introduces the communication technology and achievements of the DSN and the problems that are still facing by it, and look forward to the future development trend of deep space communication and exploration technologies, so as to promote the development of Deep Space Network.
DSN, deep space communication, antenna array, parabolic antenna
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