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5.2.3 Between WISP and SOM

During the WISP's operation, it will be almost directly below the SOM, separated by Europa's crust of ice. The WISP carries a sonic transducer to send acoustic signals up to the SOM. The acoustic sensors in the legs of the SOM will receive the acoustic signals sent by the WISP.