Astronomy Cast Ep. 766: How Spacecraft End

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXkqLQ1oBk8


End-of-Life Planning for Your Spacecraft!


Streamed live October 1, 2025.


Your spacecraft has reached the end of its mission. You’ve done
everything you can to keep it operational, but now it’s time to
say goodbye. How do space agencies deal with spacecraft to shut
them down gracefully, protect future missions and life on other
worlds. So, the time has come to see your mission across the
Rainbow Bridge. How exactly do you say goodbye? Let's
discuss. 


 


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