The Hubble Space Telescope is among humanity’s most remarkable achievements, revolutionizing our understanding of the universe since its launch in 1990. Yet, its legacy owes as much to the astronauts and engineers who serviced it in space as it does to its advanced instrumentation. The Hubble Servicing Mission of 2009, conducted by the Space Shuttle…
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When Mars Rover Spirit Was Stuck in Sand
The Mars Rover Spirit, part of NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover mission, remains a symbol of human ingenuity and perseverance. Launched in 2003 alongside its twin, Opportunity, Spirit was tasked with a 90-day mission to explore the Martian surface and gather data. However, Spirit exceeded expectations, operating for over six years and contributing significantly to our…