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NASA's Roman Telescope Passes Stress Tests, Launch Set for 2026

6/9/2025

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NASA engineers at Goddard put the Roman Space Telescope through a rigorous high-stress vibration test, confirming its resilience for launch. With this success, the team can now proceed to crucial post-inspections and thermal vacuum testing. The telescope is on track for full integration by late 2025, with an anticipated launch window between fall 2026 and May 2027.

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NASA engineers at Goddard put the Roman Space Telescope through a rigorous high-stress vibration test, confirming its resilience for launch. With this success, the team can now proceed to crucial post-inspections and thermal vacuum testing. The telescope is on track for full integration by late 2025, with an anticipated launch window between fall 2026 and May 2027.