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NASA launches Link spacecraft to rescue falling Swift telescope

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.

Science ·3 Jul 2026, 14:32 ·Niko Vale 3 min read
NASA launches robotic mission to boost Swift telescope to higher orbit

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.

Science ·28 Jun 2026, 15:02 ·Niko Vale 3 min read