Mars Data Transmission
Massive satellite dishes, measuring around 230 feet, are crucial for collecting data from Mars, but the transmission rate is painfully slow at 28 kbps. The overheating issue of Mars rovers during data transmission led to the innovative "store and forward" method, which utilizes a mesh networking system of strategically positioned satellites to enhance data relay and minimize packet loss. This new approach promises a more efficient way to send vital information back to Earth.In this clip
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