DSN (Deep Space Network)

The Deep Space Network (DSN) is a global system of large radio antennas and communication facilities that track and communicate with spacecraft traveling beyond Earth's orbit. Managed by NASA, it enables sending commands to, and receiving data from, distant missions like Mars rovers or interplanetary probes. The DSN's antennas are strategically located in California, Spain, and Australia to maintain continuous contact as Earth rotates. It plays a crucial role in mission navigation, science data collection, and spacecraft health monitoring, ensuring we stay connected with spacecraft exploring the solar system and beyond.