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Who is Katalyst Space?
Katalyst Space is a private company that partnered with NASA on the Swift rescue mission. This collaboration highlights a growing trend of space agencies working with commercial entities for complex space operations. Such partnerships can bring innovative solutions and shared resources, though as seen here, they still face the inherent risks of space exploration.
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