After the Hubble Space Telescope was launched in 1990, NASA faced a major brand crisis when what critical flaw was discovered?

The Hubble Space Telescope has been one of NASA's most recognizable and beloved scientific instruments since its launch in 1990. Beyond its scientific achievements, Hubble represents a fascinating case study in brand storytelling and public perception in the astronomy industry. This poll explores how NASA transformed a potential PR disaster into one of science's greatest comeback stories, creating an enduring brand that continues to capture public imagination decades later.

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The mirror had been ground to the wrong specification, creating spherical aberration
The solar panels failed to deploy properly, limiting power generation
The guidance system malfunctioned, causing the telescope to spin uncontrollably
The main camera's cooling system failed, rendering it inoperable