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This chapter describes the functions of a ground station is support of astronomical missions. Operational aspects are addressed by introducing the reference model of a ground segment, indicating how this model has been implemented in three major ESA’s missions: IUE, ISO and XMM-Newton. Over the years, the field of ground systems engineering has experienced a major evolution. We discuss some of the technologies that, in our opinion, are driving this evolution. Finally, we look into the future to present new scenarios that could help in the implementation of the ground segment of future missions.
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Claros, V., Ponz, D. (2002). The Rôle of Ground Stations in Space Observatories. In: Heck, A. (eds) Organizations and Strategies in Astronomy. Astrophysics and Space Science Library, vol 280. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-010-0606-4_9
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