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STARLINK-1504 (45746)
COSPAR: 2020-038S | Alt Name: Starlink 1504
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Launch Details
Launch Date
June 13, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
45746
International Designator
2020-038S
Epoch
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:07:56 GMT
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Inclination
53.02°
Right Ascension
299.99°
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Argument of Perigee
242.48°
Period
92.25 min
Mean Motion
15.61 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1504
Alternative Name
Starlink 1504
Type
Payload
Status
Partially operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 45746U 20038S 26184.54718293 .00040999 00000-0 48481-3 0 9998
2 45746 53.0199 299.9875 0000687 242.4803 117.6139 15.60899452335567
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-1504 (OBJECT_ID: 2020-038S) is a Starlink communication satellite manufactured by SpaceX and launched on June 13, 2020, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's Launch Complex 40 using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and spans 9 meters with solar arrays. It weighs 260 kilograms at launch and carries a dry mass of 248 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload (all), it includes optical inter-satellite links on a few prototypes for enhanced communication capabilities. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters as propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. Its mission is focused on communication services.
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-L8-46
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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