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solar maximum

Coverage of solar maximum in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 27 · 15:07 UTCMost recent: May 27 · 15:07 UTC
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NASAorganization1Swift observatoryorganization1Katalystorganization1Michael Shoemakerperson1Goddard Space Flight Centerorganization1Earth's atmospheretopic1reboost missiontopic1
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  • SCIENCEMay 27 · 15:07 UTCTHE REGISTER
    Swift thinking buys NASA observatory a little more time before re-entry

    NASA's decision to halt science operations on the Swift observatory has delayed its re-entry from July to September 2026. Increased atmospheric drag due to the Sun's solar maximum phase accelerated orbital decay forecasts, prompting a reboost mission by Katalyst. Adjusting the spacecraft's orientation to minimize drag has extended its operational window, allowing more time for the rescue mission.

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