NASA's Hubble Telescope experiences mechanical failure

The Hubble Space Telescope experienced a malfunction when two of its four operational gyroscopes stopped working. NASA reported that the telescope had been functioning with four out of its six gyroscopes. After one gyroscope failed, controllers attempted to switch to a newer one, which also failed, leaving Hubble with only two fully operational gyroscopes. These gyroscopes are crucial for steering the telescope and ensuring its stability in space.

What was the initial problem faced by the Hubble Space Telescope?

• All gyroscopes stopped working.

• Two of its four functioning gyroscopes stopped working.

• The telescope lost power.

• The telescope's camera malfunctioned.

What did controllers do after one gyroscope failed?

• They repaired the failed gyroscope.

• They switched to a backup camera.

• They attempted to switch to a newer gyroscope.

• They ignored the failure.

What was the outcome of switching to a newer gyroscope?

• The telescope's mission was canceled.

• The newer gyroscope also failed.

• The telescope was returned to Earth.

• The newer gyroscope worked perfectly.

How many fully functioning gyroscopes did the Hubble have after the failures?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What is the primary function of gyroscopes on the Hubble Space Telescope?

• To power the telescope.

• To communicate with Earth.

• To capture images of distant galaxies.

• To steer the telescope and ensure its stability in space.