Hubble Space Telescope resumes science operations in single-gyro mode with 'minor limitations' after suspect gyro incident.
NASA reports a 12% decrease in operational efficiency in single-gyro mode due to longer target acquisition time and reduced sky coverage, potentially missing transient events.
Total decrease in productivity estimated at 'roughly 20 to 25 percent' compared to full gyro operation, impacting target tracking speeds and observatory capabilities.
Despite reduced efficiency, Hubble has remained highly productive in its 34 years, operating with only one functional gyro and a reserve for future use.
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