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Swift Telescope Rescue Mission Ends in Failure | Dover News
NASA’s last-ditch rescue mission to save the aging Swift Observatory has failed, ending hopes of extending its 20-year cosmic watch. The Katalyst Space Technologies spacecraft Link, launched in July, suffered uncontrollable spin after encountering intense solar activity that accelerated Swift’s orbital decay — leaving the telescope headed for a fiery reentry later this year. Though NASA poured $30 million into the ambitious effort, officials praised the team’s boldness, while Katalyst CEO hailed the mission as a learning experience despite the setback. The failure also casts doubt on future…
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