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STARLINK-1394 (45679)
COSPAR: 2020-035Y | Alt Name: Starlink 1394
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Launch Details
Launch Date
June 4, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
45679
International Designator
2020-035Y
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 06:37:51 GMT
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Inclination
53.04°
Right Ascension
188.53°
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Argument of Perigee
76.45°
Period
91.75 min
Mean Motion
15.70 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1394
Alternative Name
Starlink 1394
Type
Payload
Status
Partially operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 45679U 20035Y 26185.27628721 .00060066 00000-0 50056-3 0 9995
2 45679 53.0397 188.5262 0001896 76.4472 283.6756 15.69536492337354
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-1394 satellite, also known as Starlink 1394, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on June 4, 2020, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (Launch Pad LC40) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions including a length of 0.2 meters, diameter of 2.8 meters, and span of 9 meters, it has a dry mass of 248 kilograms and was launched with a total mass of 260 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload (all) and optical inter-satellite links on some prototypes. Its power supply consists of solar arrays and batteries, while its propulsion system utilizes Krypton ion thrusters. Designed for communication purposes, STARLINK-1394 operates in a box + pan shape configuration as part of SpaceX's mission to provide global internet coverage.
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-L7-23
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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