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STARLINK-1351 (45697)
COSPAR: 2020-035AS | Alt Name: Starlink 1351
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Launch Details
Launch Date
June 4, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
45697
International Designator
2020-035AS
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 05:52:40 GMT
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Inclination
53.04°
Right Ascension
172.26°
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Argument of Perigee
4.90°
Period
91.78 min
Mean Motion
15.69 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1351
Alternative Name
Starlink 1351
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 45697U 20035AS 26185.24491157 .00071602 00000-0 60875-3 0 9991
2 45697 53.0410 172.2647 0000862 4.8980 355.2045 15.68979896337588
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-1351 satellite, also known as Starlink 1351, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on June 4, 2020, from the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (AFETR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite weighs 260 kilograms at launch with a dry mass of 248 kilograms and is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload communications and optical inter-satellite links (prototypes only). It utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power and krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system. Its mission is communication, and it was manufactured by SpaceX.
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-L7-41
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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