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NASA has outlined plans for a robotic servicing attempt intended to raise the orbit of the agency’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, as the 21-year-old spacecraft’s low Earth orbit decays amid increased solar activity.
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Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands
Who
NASA, Katalyst Space, Northrop Grumman, Swift
What
NASA has outlined plans for a robotic servicing attempt intended to raise the orbit of the agency’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, as the 21-year-old spacecraft’s low Earth orbit decays amid increased solar activity.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:53:26 GMT · 3h 45m ago
Where
Kwajalein Atoll, Marshall Islands ·
Why
Swift’s orbit has been “rapidly” decaying, and the mission aims to extend its operational lifespan while demonstrating on-orbit servicing technology.
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How this affects you
This mission demonstrates a new capability for extending the life of spacecraft in orbit, potentially reducing space debris and enabling more advanced space exploration by servicing existing assets rather than replacing them.
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