NASA seeks commercial options to service Hubble or manage its disposal
Image: Primary NASA issued a request for information on Oct. 29 seeking commercial interest in raising Hubble's orbit, servicing the telescope to enhance its capabilities, or managing its eventual disposal. Responses are due by 3 p.m. EST on Nov. 30.
Hubble lacks a propulsion system to maintain its orbit, which is slowly declining because of atmospheric drag. NASA's analysis predicts atmospheric re-entry in 2033 to 2034, and the agency anticipates that a mission would need to take place by 2032. The request explores industry capabilities for extending Hubble's science lifetime or arranging controlled re-entry or orbital disposal.
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