NASA seeks industry ideas for Hubble’s future
Science · First reported 31 Oct, 00:07 · Updated 10:12
NASA is asking companies how they might raise Hubble’s orbit, service the telescope or guide it into a controlled reentry. Responses are due November 30, and any mission would need to take place by 2032; NASA has not committed to buying one.
- NASA is seeking industry information on boosting Hubble, servicing it or arranging a controlled disposal; responses are due November 30.
- Without intervention, NASA estimates Hubble could reenter in 2033 or 2034; a proposed mission would need to fly by 2032.
- NASA has not committed to funding or purchasing a rescue mission. A boost to at least 600 km is one option described in the request.
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- Responses due
- November 30
- Mission timing
- NASA says a boost or servicing mission is expected by 2032
- Current orbit
- About 470 km above Earth
- Requested boost altitude
- At least 600 km
- Projected reentry
- Likely in 2033 or 2034 without intervention
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