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STARLINK-2472 (48130)
COSPAR: 2021-027AQ | Alt Name: Starlink 2472
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Launch Details
Launch Date
April 7, 2021
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
48130
International Designator
2021-027AQ
Epoch
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:07:25 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
347.79°
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Argument of Perigee
86.72°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-2472
Alternative Name
Starlink 2472
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 48130U 21027AQ 26184.83849327 .00000976 00000-0 43334-4 0 9996
2 48130 53.1610 347.7884 0010058 86.7185 273.4967 15.31705205290271
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-2472 (OBJECT_ID: 2021-027AQ) is a Starlink communications satellite launched on April 7, 2021, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's LC40 pad using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It was manufactured by SPXS and belongs to the owner SPXS. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. With a dry mass of 248 kg and a launch mass of 260 kg, it is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload (all), optical inter-satellite links (a few prototypes), solar arrays for power generation, batteries for energy storage, and uses Krypton ion thrusters as its motor. The shape of the satellite is described as "Box + pan" and its purpose is communication.
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-L23-39
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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