STARLINK-1050 (44755)

COSPAR: 2019-074AU | Alt Name: Starlink 1050

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

November 11, 2019

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC40

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

44755

International Designator

2019-074AU

Decay Date

3/27/2022

Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-1050

Alternative Name

Starlink 1050

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The STARLINK-1050 satellite, also known as Starlink 1050 and designated by NORAD CAT ID 44755, is part of the Starlink constellation owned by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on November 11, 2019, from Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station using a Falcon 9 rocket, this communication satellite has a launch mass of 260 kg and a dry mass of 248 kg. Its dimensions are 0.2 meters in length, with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and optical inter-satellite links (in prototype form), it uses solar arrays and batteries for power and is propelled by Krypton ion thrusters. The satellite's shape is described as box plus pan configuration, designed for communication purposes in low Earth orbit.

Starlink is a satellite constellation developed by SpaceX with the aim of providing global broadband internet coverage. Thousands of small satellites are deployed in low Earth orbit (LEO), enabling high-speed internet access even in remote areas. However, the rapid increase in satellites raises concerns about space debris and the potential for collisions, which can lead to further debris creation and endanger other spacecraft. Additionally, the sheer number of Starlink satellites can affect astronomical observations by increasing light pollution. Proper deorbiting plans and international coordination are essential to mitigate these challenges and ensure long-term sustainability in space.

Physical Characteristics

Length

0.2

Diameter

2.8

Span

Dry Mass

248

Launch Mass

260

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink V1.0-L1-43

Purpose

Communication

Mission

Communication

Manufacturer

SPXS

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Starlink

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Krypton ion thrusters

Equipment

Ku/Ka-band payload (all), optical inter-satellite links (a few prototypes)

Power System

Solar arrays, batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

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