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STARLINK-2098 (47378)
COSPAR: 2021-005AF | Alt Name: Starlink 2098
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 20, 2021
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
47378
International Designator
2021-005AF
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:09:11 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
192.80°
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Argument of Perigee
95.44°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-2098
Alternative Name
Starlink 2098
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 47378U 21005AF 26185.04804803 .00000721 00000-0 34989-4 0 9993
2 47378 53.1599 192.8035 0001249 95.4435 264.6709 15.31693903301544
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-2098 satellite, also known as Starlink 2098, is a communication satellite launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on January 20, 2021, from the LC39A launch pad at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink constellation and has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 248 kilograms and it was launched with a total mass of 260 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload technology (all), optical inter-satellite links (on a few prototypes), solar arrays for power generation, and batteries. Its propulsion system utilizes Krypton ion thrusters. The satellite's shape can be described as a box with a pan design, and it serves the purpose of providing communication services.
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-L16-30
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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