NASA hopes the commercial space industry can help save Hubble
The Verge • 11/1/2026 – 11/2/2026
Summary
NASA is seeking proposals from the commercial space industry to help extend the life of the Hubble Space Telescope, which is facing an eventual demise in the early to mid-2030s due to its orbit gradually degrading. NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman emphasized the importance of Hubble's scientific contributions and the need to explore innovative and cost-effective solutions to prolong its operational life.
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