Deep-space Orbital Telecommunications (DOTCOM)

Description: The scope of the DOTCOM project includes designing satellite constellations that would be capable to command and control spacecraft and surface vehicles, collect and relay data, and ultimately support human exploration on and around Lunar and Martian surfaces. The project will develop the mission concept and architecture in an efficient, reliable, scalable and cost effective way to meet the needs and enable technological advancement for Lunar and Martian applications.

Sponsor: General Atomics

Advisor: Jade Morton

PM: Sam Taylor

Team Roster: Doug Brough, Sebastian Damm, Jennifer Gurtler, Buck Guthrie, Forrest Jordan, Conner Lewis, Tristan Liu, Caelan Maitland, Hunter Rohlman, Sam Taylor

Project Files:

• Project Definition Document (PDD)
• Conceptual Design Document (CDD)
• Preliminary Design Review (PDR)
• Critical Design Review (CDR)
• Manufacturing Status Review (MSR)
• Test Readiness Review (TRR)
• Spring Final Review (SFR)
• Project Final Report (PFR)