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STARLINK-3068 (49154)
COSPAR: 2021-082AA | Alt Name: Starlink 3068
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
49154
International Designator
2021-082AA
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 03:38:53 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
341.96°
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Argument of Perigee
269.56°
Period
96.16 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3068
Alternative Name
Starlink 3068
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 49154U 21082AA 26185.15201382 -.00000140 00000-0 -40494-5 0 9993
2 49154 70.0007 341.9593 0002705 269.5551 90.5298 14.97522595264969
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-3068 (OBJECT_ID: 2021-082AA) is a Starlink communication satellite launched by SpaceX on September 14, 2021, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Air Force Base 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 satellite's dry mass is 275 kg, and its launch mass was 297 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication, an optical inter-satellite link, and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Solar arrays and batteries are used for power generation.
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 2-1-24
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
Map
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