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Originally Posted by DaFace
I wouldn't call this "cool," but figured this is the best thread for this. Hubble's in trouble, and that makes me sad.
https://arstechnica.com/science/2018...scope-failure/
Hubble Space Telescope taken offline after gyroscope failure
The instrument has literally discovered the age, size, and fate of our universe.
ERIC BERGER - 10/8/2018, 4:15 PM
NASA placed its venerable Hubble Space Telescope into a "safe mode" on Friday evening because of gyroscope problems, the space agency confirmed Monday. Although science operations are expected to resume fairly soon, the current issues raise concerns about the future of the invaluable scientific instrument.
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The article goes on, but the gist is that it's not toast, but it may only operate in a diminished mode. Regardless, it's sad to think that such an incredibly valuable instrument won't last forever. |
In a related note, there's a nice little documentary on Voyager available on Netflix.
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