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Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that’s falling back to Earth - AP News
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Marcia Dunn
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A spacecraft has launched to rescue NASA's Swift Observatory, which is losing altitude due to solar storms. The mission aims to boost the telescope's orbit to extend its operational life.
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Demonstrates the growing importance of satellite servicing and space debris mitigation in maintaining critical scientific infrastructure.
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