Interplanetary Internet

The Interplanetary Internet is a communication network designed to connect Earth with spacecraft, rovers, and other explorers in space. It adapts internet technologies to handle the vast distances, delays, and unique conditions of space environments. Unlike terrestrial networks, it must cope with signals taking minutes to travel between planets. The goal is to enable real-time data transfer, remote control, and information sharing across solar system missions, improving scientific collaboration and navigation. This system relies on specialized communication protocols and relay satellites to ensure reliable connectivity across the challenges of interplanetary space.