downlinks

/ˈdaʊnlɪŋks/
noun
  1. Plural of downlink: multiple communication channels that transmit signals from satellites or spacecraft to ground stations.
    • Each of the spacecraft's downlinks operates on a different frequency.
    • The control room monitors several downlinks from different satellites simultaneously.
    • The network of downlinks ensures continuous coverage of the mission.
verb
  1. Third person singular present of downlink: transmits data from a satellite or spacecraft to a ground station.
    • The ground station downlinks the signal and processes it for analysis.
    • The probe downlinks its findings as soon as it establishes contact.
    • The satellite downlinks weather data every six hours.