A local concern is emerging as NASA works to prevent a telescope from falling back to Earth. The space agency has initiated a rescue mission to save the aging Swift Observatory. The mission involves a significant investment, with a salvage operation costing $30 million.

A robotic system is set to be launched as part of the rescue effort, which may begin as soon as this week. Further details about the mission, including the role of startup Katalyst Space Technologies, are available from KPRC 2 Houston, providing more information on the developments of this NASA operation.