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STARLINK-1815 (46713)
COSPAR: 2020-073AV | Alt Name: Starlink 1815
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Launch Details
Launch Date
October 18, 2020
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
46713
International Designator
2020-073AV
Epoch
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:16:35 GMT
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Inclination
53.02°
Right Ascension
60.45°
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Argument of Perigee
263.61°
Period
87.90 min
Mean Motion
16.38 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-1815
Alternative Name
Starlink 1815
Type
Payload
Status
Partially operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 46713U 20073AV 26167.96985832 .07216199 12294-4 63696-3 0 9995
2 46713 53.0216 60.4470 0010861 263.6086 96.3723 16.38175792313420
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-1815 satellite, also known as Starlink 1815, was launched on October 18, 2020, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink constellation owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX) for communication purposes. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans 9 meters when fully deployed. Its dry mass is 248 kg, and it was launched with a mass of 260 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload (all), optical inter-satellite links (on prototypes), and Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, STARLINK-1815 generates power through solar arrays and batteries. Its shape is described as box-shaped with a pan configuration.
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-L13-43
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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