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STARLINK-3085 (49156)
COSPAR: 2021-082AC | Alt Name: Starlink 3085
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
49156
International Designator
2021-082AC
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:31:40 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
320.92°
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Argument of Perigee
268.77°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3085
Alternative Name
Starlink 3085
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 49156U 21082AC 26185.10533045 .00000419 00000-0 42903-4 0 9997
2 49156 70.0005 320.9228 0003083 268.7725 91.3081 14.98327510265483
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-3085 is a communication satellite launched by SpaceX on September 14, 2021, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Sta
tion using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter,
with a span of 9 meters, indicating the deployment of solar arrays or antennas. It carries a dry mass of 275 kilograms.
STARLINK-3085 is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes and has an optical inter-satellite link.
Additionally, it features krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and operates on power from solar arrays and batteries.
The satellite's shape is described as a box with pan configuration. It forms part of the Starlink Group 2-1-26 payload,
aiming to provide global communication services.
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 2-1-26
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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