NASA's innovative but failed bid to save Swift telescope detailed

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NASA officials attempted unconventional methods to save the Swift space telescope from budget cuts. The efforts, described as 'vibe coding' and breaking the mold, involved creative financial and technical workarounds. A project manager expressed pride in the 'really cool' attempts but deep disappointment at the outcome. The rescue bid ultimately proved unsuccessful, ending the long-running astrophysics mission.

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