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STARLINK-1784 (46687)
COSPAR: 2020-073T | Alt Name: Starlink 1784
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Launch Details
Launch Date
October 18, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
46687
International Designator
2020-073T
Epoch
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:49:25 GMT
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Inclination
53.03°
Right Ascension
327.28°
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Argument of Perigee
312.31°
Period
89.77 min
Mean Motion
16.04 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1784
Alternative Name
Starlink 1784
Type
Payload
Status
Partially operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 46687U 20073T 26184.70098810 .00636335 20433-3 94201-3 0 9997
2 46687 53.0318 327.2821 0013252 312.3128 47.6779 16.04185389316208
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-1784 satellite, also known as Starlink 1784, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on October 18, 2020, from the Kennedy Space Center Launch Complex 39A using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This communication satellite measures approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and has a span of 9 meters when fully deployed. It weighs 260 kilograms at launch and carries a dry mass of 248 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite links (prototypes), it uses solar arrays and batteries for power, and is propelled by Krypton ion thrusters. The satellite's design consists of a box shape with panels and serves the purpose of communication within SpaceX’s global internet constellation project.
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-L13-17
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
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