Reaction Wheel Failures Leave Swift Rescue Mission Spinning in Orbit
Two of Link’s three reaction wheels fail, leaving the Swift rescue mission spinning. Analysis of the crisis, its implications for space servicing, and what it means for you.
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NASA Launches Robot to Rescue Aging Swift Telescope from Fiery Demise
NASA launches a daring robotic mission this Tuesday to boost the aging Swift telescope to a higher orbit, preventing its fiery reentry and buying years of science.
Every Starlink Satellite Orbiting Now: A Sky Full of Links
Explore the impact of Starlink’s 4,500+ satellites: how they bring internet to remote areas, disrupt astronomy, and change our night sky forever.
Space Mysteries Unveiled: Reddit’s “Ask an Astronomer” Thread Delivers
Dive into the latest “Ask an Astronomer” Reddit thread! Experts answer your burning questions on exoplanets, dark matter, and space debris.