Fast Implementation of New S-Band Capability in the Deep Space Network
Abstract
We report on the implementation of a new S-band (2025-2120 MHz uplink, 2200-2300 MHz downlink) communications system capability for the Deep Space Network's (DSN) Deep Space Station 36 (DSS-36) performed by JPL's Communications Ground Systems Section (333). The newly implemented S-band system, consisting of a transmitter, a receiver, a waveguide system, and a feed, will enhance the capabilities of NASA's DSN to communicate with spacecraft in near-Earth orbit. A key milestone achieved during this project, described in detail in this article, is the implementation of an S-band receiver that features the best sensitivity to date in the DSN S-band systems. It is noteworthy that, in order to alleviate scheduling issues associated with installation of other systems into DSS-36, this successful implementation was carried out in record time.
- Publication:
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Interplanetary Network Progress Report
- Pub Date:
- November 2016
- Bibcode:
- 2016IPNPR.207C...1V