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Katalyst Space x NASA (Swift Observatory Boost)

NASA awarded Katalyst Space Technologies a Phase III SBIR contract to develop and launch the LINK spacecraft to rendezvous with and boost the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory to a higher orbit, extending its operational life. LINK launched July 3, 2026 but suffered an attitude control failure during commissioning.

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Katalyst Space Technologies technology provider
NASA customer

Timeline

Announced: 2025-09-01
Start: 2026-07-03

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https://www.katalystspace.com/news/katalyst-develops-design-for-nasa-to-rescue-500m-space-telescope

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