Citation
Abstract
The individual large antennas at a DSN complex have been used in arrayed configurations to improve the telemetry return from very distant spacecraft. The technique has been applied to support critical spacecraft events when good telemetry is most important. An expanded array configuration, using the Parkes, Australia, Radio Astronomy Observatory will be provided to support the 1986 Voyager encounter with Uranus. This report reviews the development and use of arraying by the DSN for spacecraft mission support. Application of the experience to the 1986 design is discussed.
Details
- Volume
- 42-72
- Published
- February 15, 1983
- Pages
- 78–82
- File Size
- 535.8 KB