Hubble's Computer Malfunctioned - can NASA fix it?

The Hubble Space Telescope has been in safe mode since June 13 2021, when its payload computer malfunctioned. NASA has been working ever since to fix Hubble from the ground and believe the problem lies in the Science Instrument Command and Data Handling unit (SI C&DH). The Mission Operations team at the Space Telescope Operations Control Center believe they may have a fix.

00:00 Intro
01:40 Magellan TV
02:27 Safe Mode
04:36 The Science Instrument Command and Data Handler (SI C&DH)
05:44 Troubleshooting Timeline
08:19 Testing a Fix
10:01 Can Hubble be Serviced Without the Shuttle?




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[ScullyPop]

This is such a great channel about space and the universe.

[amirsafari]

With starship you don't need to carry an orbit repair, you can simply bring the telescope back on earth, repair it and launch it back again

[jebediahgentry]

Great explanation of what is wrong with Hubble. I really hope they can fix her. It would be a shame if Hubble is done for good

[erichaynes]

They probably could snag Hubble and bring it back to earth for display but they already have a full scale mock-up that looks exactly like the real thing. However, I do think it's very important to bring it back to earth, it's a revolutionary science instrument that's very important for historical purposes. This real Hubble needs to be on display for millions of people to see in awe, hundreds of years in the future.

[IMBlakeley]

I can understand their extra caution. One unexpected remote change issue and you lock yourself out forever. Been there done that with remote sites that at least I could get in and drive a couple of hours to get too.

[mdavid]

That's a pretty good run for a 1980's designed computer. We need a replacement for the Shuttle as well.

[pattyluss]

Wow I had no idea Hubble had so many safety redundancies! Love your channel, always walk away with something new

[usptact]

Hubble is an iconic instrument indeed! Sad to see it slowly but surely going down… Thanks for the great update on Hubble, it’s history, issues and possible future directions.

[spidersj]

The HST is one of the most important if not the most important scientific instrument ever created, at least in terms of public dissemination of awe inspiring science.

[thenasadude]

The Space Shuttle rightly gets some hate because of the incidents and some shortcomings of the design, but it truly was a marvel of engineering, instantly recognisable and with unmatched capabilities.

A new space truck will sooner or later come to be, and it might carry Hubble II to orbit

[FoxtrotYouniform]

I know ISS can't really be saved, but Hubble should be. Its worth the cost and effort to never de-orbit that incredible piece of human history, and instead find a way to bring her home

[simateix]

Never thought I´d see Charlie Harper delivering the newest update on the Hubble

Love your channel, keep it up!

[soniasharma]

Your videos are iconic but increase volume of your narration so that we can hear you in a little noisy space without headphones

[Rusell]

will there be servicing missions to the james web telescope? from this it sounds like it will eventually need it.

[vincyspeed]

I love how you explained it in detail!!!! 😎✌️

[mcclonen]

thank you for your informative and thoughtful videos

[rowanmoormann]

They should take the shuttle up there, collect it and bring it back to Earth's museum for Everyone to enjoy and appreciate. Hubble has done so much for us already, so it rightly deserves to retire gracefully.

[AliHSyed]

Years ago, I heard that the USAF had what was basically an extra Hubble collecting dust in some airplane hanger and that they donated it to NASA. Is this true and if so, with launch costs so much lower than 30 years ago, why don't we send another Hubble up to LEO?

[YvaneveMahinay-twei]

Do u even know those matrix code if the system matrix code doesnt work. I mean all of the system will affected when the system hit by cme?

[MrPerfs]

should I cross fingers on both my hands, or just one hand? I'm not well versed on NASA procedures and would like to know if more is better or if double crossing jinxes it? Maybe, cross fingers on right hand for Hubble Recovery and left hand for Webb Launch?