STARLINK-1765 (46344)

COSPAR: 2020-062V | Alt Name: Starlink 1765

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Launch Details

Launch Date

September 3, 2020

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

46344

International Designator

2020-062V

Epoch

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:55:41 GMT

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Inclination

53.02°

Right Ascension

169.90°

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Argument of Perigee

279.52°

Period

87.32 min

Mean Motion

16.49 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-1765

Alternative Name

Starlink 1765

Type

Payload

Status

Partially operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 46344U 20062V   26094.12200836  .16666397  12627-4  22282-3 0  9999

2 46344  53.0192 169.8956 0003195 279.5162 155.8565 16.49148330309430

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Summary

The STARLINK-1765 satellite, also known as Starlink 1765, is a communication satellite owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on September 3, 2020, from the LC39A launch pad at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when deployed. Its dry mass is 248 kg, with a total launch mass of 260 kg. It features a Ku/Ka-band payload (deployed across all satellites) and optical inter-satellite links on some prototypes. The satellite's propulsion system uses krypton ion thrusters for maneuvering. It is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its shape is described as box with a pan design, intended primarily for 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.

Physical Characteristics

Length

0.2

Diameter

2.8

Span

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-L11-55

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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