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Galactic Reach: Controlling Tech Across Space

Whispers from the Void: A Look into Deep Space Network Operations and Control Have you ever looked up at the night sky, filled with twinkling stars, and wondered how we communicate with spacecraft venturing to those celestial bodies? That's where the Deep Space Network (DSN) comes in. This global network of giant antennas, strategically placed around the Earth, acts as humanity's lifeline to its robotic explorers in the vast expanse of space. Guardians of the Signal: The DSN isn't just a collection of powerful dishes; it's a complex system requiring meticulous operations and control. Imagine trying to hold a conversation with someone millions of miles away, where every word takes hours to reach them. That's the challenge faced by DSN...

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