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Hubble Captures Stunning Galaxy Image in New Single-Gyro Mode

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Hubble Captures Stunning Galaxy Image in New Single-Gyro Mode
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NASA has transitioned the Hubble Space Telescope to single-gyroscope operation after another gyroscope failed, allowing it to continue its scientific mission. Despite debates on whether another servicing mission is feasible, the HST remains functional, with some suggesting private funding for future repairs.

Topics:science#gyroscopes#hubble-space-telescope#nasa#science-and-technology#servicing-mission#space-mission
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  1. First Hubble Image Taken In New Single Gyro Pointing Mode  Hackaday
  2. NASA Releases Hubble Image Taken in New Pointing Mode  Science@NASA
  3. Hubble Telescope bounces back with glorious galaxy pic in '1-gyroscope mode'  Space.com
  4. Hubble Space Telescope image of galaxy NGC 1546  Boing Boing
  5. Here's Hubble's First Image in its New Pointing Mode  Universe Today

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