New space telescope SPHEREx begins initial operation

New space telescope SPHEREx begins initial operation

The SPHEREx space telescope moves to secure its orbital position after lifting off atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California at 8:10 p.m. on March 11, 2025, in this photo released by the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration. SPHEREx, a space telescope jointly developed by South Korea and the United States, has entered an initial operation stage following its successful launch, Seoul's aerospace agency said. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap)

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