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STARLINK-2185 (47767)
COSPAR: 2021-017AX | Alt Name: Starlink 2185
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Launch Details
Launch Date
March 4, 2021
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
47767
International Designator
2021-017AX
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:00:03 GMT
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Inclination
53.15°
Right Ascension
8.04°
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Argument of Perigee
72.47°
Period
91.58 min
Mean Motion
15.72 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-2185
Alternative Name
Starlink 2185
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 47767U 21017AX 26185.33336806 .01011617 00000-0 67038-2 0 9999
2 47767 53.1534 8.0382 0000958 72.4723 332.8478 15.72474679 5947
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-2185 (OBJECT_ID: 2021-017AX) is a Starlink communication satellite launched on March 4, 2021, from Launch Pad LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. The dry mass is 248 kilograms, and it was launched with a mass of 260 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload (all) and optical inter-satellite links (prototypes), the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation. It features Krypton ion thrusters as motors and operates within a box plus pan shape configuration. Manufactured by SPXS, it is owned by SpaceX (SPXS).
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-L17-46
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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