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STARLINK-1633 (46171)
COSPAR: 2020-057BG | Alt Name: Starlink 1633
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 18, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
46171
International Designator
2020-057BG
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:00:03 GMT
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Inclination
53.03°
Right Ascension
38.77°
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Argument of Perigee
259.79°
Period
90.28 min
Mean Motion
15.95 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1633
Alternative Name
Starlink 1633
Type
Payload
Status
Partially operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 46171U 20057BG 26185.33336806 .00336093 55666-4 84372-3 0 9990
2 46171 53.0286 38.7651 0008050 259.7866 52.9312 15.95125574 6025
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-1633 (OBJECT_ID: 2020-057BG) is a Starlink communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. Launched on August 18, 2020, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's LC40 launch pad using a Falcon 9 vehicle, it has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. It carries a Ku/Ka-band payload along with optical inter-satellite links on prototypes, and is equipped with krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays with batteries for power. The satellite has a launch mass of 260 kg and a dry mass of 248 kg.
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-L10-47
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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