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NASA Weighs Hubble Reboost Mission, But Cost Remains Key Hurdle
Key Takeaways
- Hubble is predicted to reenter Earth's atmosphere by 2033 due to orbital decay.
- NASA is considering a reboost mission to extend Hubble's life, but only if operating costs can be reduced.
- A similar rescue mission for the Swift telescope is underway, demonstrating lower-cost reboost technology.
- NASA's astrophysics division director emphasized the need to lower Hubble's operational costs before committing to a reboost.
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