NASA plans daring robotic rescue mission to save a space telescope, and the Hubble could be next
NASA is launching a robotic mission to boost the Swift Observatory into a higher orbit to prevent it from falling back to Earth. The mission, managed by startup Katalyst Space Technologies, serves as a test case for future potential rescues of larger assets like the Hubble Space Telescope.
Why it matters
This mission represents a significant advancement in space debris management and the ability to extend the lifespan of expensive orbital scientific instruments.
NASA is racing to save an aging telescope from falling back to Earth with a daring rescue mission.
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