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STARLINK-2113 (47392)
COSPAR: 2021-005AV | Alt Name: Starlink 2113
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 20, 2021
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
47392
International Designator
2021-005AV
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:00:03 GMT
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Inclination
53.04°
Right Ascension
156.81°
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Argument of Perigee
86.17°
Period
90.31 min
Mean Motion
15.95 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-2113
Alternative Name
Starlink 2113
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 47392U 21005AV 26185.33336806 .00452814 92945-4 11711-2 0 9997
2 47392 53.0384 156.8149 0003035 86.1682 336.8085 15.94586029 6026
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-2113 (OBJECT_ID: 2021-005AV) is a Starlink communication satellite owned by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on January 20, 2021, from Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures approximately 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 248 kg while its launch mass was 260 kg. It features Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities, optical inter-satellite links on prototypes, krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, solar arrays and batteries for power, and has a box plus pan shape.
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-L16-44
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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