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Gamma-ray Bursts
NASA launches Link spacecraft to rescue falling Swift telescope
Katalyst Space Technologies launched the Link spacecraft to stabilize the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, which is losing altitude due to solar activity.
NASA launches robotic mission to boost Swift telescope to higher orbit
NASA has contracted Katalyst Space Technologies to perform an autonomous rescue of the aging Swift telescope, which is losing altitude due to solar activity. The mission aims to demonstrate in-orbit maintenance and extend the lifespan of critical scientific assets.