Hubble Space Telescope's Science Missions Paused as Technical Issues Persist
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The Hubble Space Telescope has entered safe mode for the third time since November 19 due to issues with one of its gyroscopes. Despite the setbacks, NASA assures that the observatory remains in good health and they are working to resolve the issue. The faulty gyroscope is providing fluctuating readings, causing the telescope to enter safe mode. However, NASA states that Hubble can function with just one gyroscope and this is not the first time the telescope has faced gyroscopic setbacks. The Hubble Space Telescope has been a vital tool for scientific discoveries since its launch in 1990.
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