NASA is demonstrating laser communications on multiple missions – showcasing the benefits infrared light can have for science and exploration missions transmitting terabytes of important data. The International Space Station is getting a “flashy” technology demonstration this November. The ILLUMA-T (Integrated Laser Communications Relay Demonstration Low Earth Orbit User Modem and Amplifier Terminal) payload is […]
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Communicating and Navigating with Missions, General, Goddard Space Flight Center, ILLUMA-T, Laser Communications Relay, Space Communications & Navigation Program, Space Communications Technology
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October 25, 2023
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