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STARLINK-1371 (45542)
COSPAR: 2020-025M | Alt Name: Starlink 1371
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Launch Details
Launch Date
April 22, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
45542
International Designator
2020-025M
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:45:21 GMT
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Inclination
53.04°
Right Ascension
244.26°
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Argument of Perigee
49.81°
Period
91.66 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1371
Alternative Name
Starlink 1371
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 45542U 20025M 26185.15649883 .00079450 00000-0 61905-3 0 9994
2 45542 53.0417 244.2580 0002405 49.8084 310.3143 15.71039401343489
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-1371 satellite, also known as Starlink 1371, is owned by SPXS and was launched on April 22, 2020, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It operates in the communication sector and carries a Ku/Ka-band payload with optical inter-satellite links (a few prototypes). The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when its solar arrays are deployed. With a dry mass of 248 kilograms and launch mass of 260 kilograms, it is equipped with krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and power generation through solar arrays complemented by batteries. The satellite’s shape resembles a box with a pan configuration.
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.
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
9
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-L6-12
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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