NASA selects PRIMA far-infrared telescope as its first Probe Explorers mission
YFarmX reports that the telescope is targeting a 2033 launch. If confirmed, the project's cost would be capped at $1.2 billion, excluding launch.
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NASA selected PRIMA on September 23, 2026, as the first mission in its new Probe Explorers class, YFarmX reports. The planned far-infrared space telescope would have a 1.8-meter mirror cooled to 4.5 kelvin. Launch is targeted for 2033. If confirmed, the project's cost would be capped at $1.2 billion, not including launch.
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