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STARLINK-1727 (46335)
COSPAR: 2020-062L | Alt Name: Starlink 1727
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Launch Details
Launch Date
September 3, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
46335
International Designator
2020-062L
Epoch
Fri, 29 May 2026 15:08:40 GMT
Apogee
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Inclination
53.02°
Right Ascension
286.53°
Eccentricity
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Argument of Perigee
296.02°
Period
87.92 min
Mean Motion
16.38 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1727
Alternative Name
Starlink 1727
Type
Payload
Status
Partially operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 46335U 20062L 26149.63102818 .07991487 12384-4 72448-3 0 9997
2 46335 53.0163 286.5342 0012331 296.0215 63.9560 16.37874951317726
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-1727 satellite, also known as Starlink 1727, is a communication satellite operated by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on September 3, 2020, from the LC39A pad at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and has a span of 9 meters, featuring a box plus pan shape design. It weighs 260 kilograms at launch and 248 kilograms dry mass, equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power generation. Its payload includes Ku/Ka-band communications equipment and optical inter-satellite links. The satellite is also fitted with krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system.
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-L11-38
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
Map
Next Pass
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