NASA's PRIMA Telescope to Reuse Webb Spare Parts for Faster, Cheaper Science

NASA is developing a new space telescope called PRIMA, aiming to build it in record time and at a significantly reduced cost. The mission will make use of spare components left over from the James Webb Space Telescope, cutting down on both expense and development time. PRIMA is expected to cost in the range of one billion dollars, making it a more budget-conscious alternative to previous flagship missions. By repurposing existing hardware, NASA hopes to accelerate the timeline from concept to launch. The mission is designed to deliver major scientific returns while demonstrating a more efficient approach to building large space observatories.