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NASA sends robot to rescue space telescope in decaying orbit

The U.S. space agency launches a rescue mission for a telescope facing atmospheric re-entry due to its decaying orbit.

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This operation is critical to preserve a valuable scientific instrument.

The robot must perform docking and orbital raising maneuvers under challenging conditions.

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