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Once launched, the LINK assist spacecraft (left) will capture the Swift Space Telescope (right) and help it climb into a higher orbit. Illustration: Katalyst

NASA embarks on a space rescue operation: Robotic spacecraft will try to save the Swift telescope

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The Swift space telescope is rapidly losing altitude due to the expansion of its atmosphere due to solar activity. NASA is preparing to launch a robotic spacecraft to try to catch it, put it back into high orbit, and extend its scientific life.
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