A satellite screw-up reaffirms Einstein’s theory of gravity

Incorrect orbits let scientists test how clocks change speed in a gravitational field

European Galileo network

SATELLITE SNAFU  Two satellites of the European Galileo network (one illustrated) were launched in incorrect orbits, a mistake that allowed scientists to test Einstein’s theory of gravity.

ESA

An orbital oopsie has led to new proof of Albert Einstein’s physics prowess.