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STARLINK-1572 (46060)
COSPAR: 2020-055AK | Alt Name: Starlink 1572
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 7, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
46060
International Designator
2020-055AK
Epoch
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:28:45 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
295.13°
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Argument of Perigee
90.23°
Period
94.11 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1572
Alternative Name
Starlink 1572
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 46060U 20055AK 26184.72830570 -.00001283 00000-0 -31214-4 0 9992
2 46060 53.1588 295.1279 0000989 90.2320 269.8794 15.30190032326803
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-1572 (OBJECT_ID: 2020-055AK) is a Starlink communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. Launched on August 7, 2020, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a length of 0.2 meters, diameter of 2.8 meters, and span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 248 kilograms with a total launch mass of 260 kilograms. It features Ku/Ka-band payload equipment and optical inter-satellite links on a few prototypes. Power comes from solar arrays and batteries. Propulsion includes Krypton ion thrusters, and its shape is described as box-shaped with an additional pan configuration. The satellite's mission focuses on communication purposes.
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-L9-45
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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