NETWORK SUPPORT OF TDRSS

International Telemetering Conference Proceedings / October 13-15, 1981 / Bahia Hotel, San Diego, CaliforniaThe Tracking and Data Relay Satellite System (TDRSS) is controlled by a local computer network of nine Digital PDP-11/70s and a Univac 1100/82. Distributed processing of specific software tasks provides for high-speed response to time critical loop support, as well as increased reliability and flexibility of the overall system. Man-machine interface, spacecraft monitor/control and computer failover is supported by the distribution of tasks to specific computers within the network. Altogether, the network support of TDRSS makes possible tremendous increases in capability over conventional satellite ground stations.International Foundation for TelemeteringProceedings from the International Telemetering Conference are made available by the International Foundation for Telemetering and the University of Arizona Libraries. Visit http://www.telemetry.org/index.php/contact-us if you have questions about items in this collection