There are three primary drivers behind current investments in telecommunications information technology and navigation. One is finding ways to maximize the volume of science data returned from missions since i nstrument data generation often exceeds communication bandwidth. Another is to provide the necessary technology to enable networked spacecraft around Mars. The third driver is to enable more precise landing so in-situ vehicles can be placed in the more scientifically interesting regions. This paper describes the current NASA investments in these areas funded through the NASA Mars Technology Base Program NRA.
Telecommunications IT and navigation for future Mars exploration missions 2006 IEEE Aerospace Conference
IEEE Aerospace Conference ; 2006 ; Big Sky, MT, United States
2006-03-01
Conference paper
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English
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