STARLINK-3055 (49137)

COSPAR: 2021-082H | Alt Name: Starlink 3055

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Launch Details

Launch Date

September 14, 2021

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

49137

International Designator

2021-082H

Epoch

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 04:08:46 GMT

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Inclination

70.00°

Right Ascension

341.92°

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Argument of Perigee

268.29°

Period

96.16 min

Mean Motion

14.98 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-3055

Alternative Name

Starlink 3055

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 49137U 21082H   26185.17276240  .00000618  00000-0  60781-4 0  9999

2 49137  70.0004 341.9163 0003075 268.2853  91.7953 14.97520927263891

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Summary

STARLINK-3055 is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink constellation and operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on September 14, 2021, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters, featuring a box plus panel shape. It has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and was launched at a total mass of 297 kilograms. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. For propulsion, it utilizes krypton ion thrusters to maintain its orbit.

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

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 2-1-07

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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