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STARLINK-3078 (49134)
COSPAR: 2021-082E | Alt Name: Starlink 3078
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
49134
International Designator
2021-082E
Epoch
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 17:55:37 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
1.84°
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Argument of Perigee
255.94°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3078
Alternative Name
Starlink 3078
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 49134U 21082E 26184.74696080 .00004550 00000-0 38915-3 0 9998
2 49134 70.0001 1.8383 0003036 255.9396 104.1426 14.98298590264561
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3078 satellite, also known as Starlink 3078, is part of the Starlink constellation owned by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on September 14, 2021, from AFWTR SLC4E 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 275 kilograms, and it had a launch mass of 297 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, its primary mission is communication. The satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power and krypton ion thrusters as propulsion. It was manufactured by SpaceX and has the shape of a box 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
275
Launch Mass
297
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 2-1-04
Purpose
Communication
Mission
Communication
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Krypton ion thrusters
Equipment
Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link
Power System
Solar arrays, batteries
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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