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STARLINK-3252 (49733)
COSPAR: 2021-115K | Alt Name: Starlink 3252
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 2, 2021
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
49733
International Designator
2021-115K
Epoch
Sat, 04 Jul 2026 08:00:03 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
355.15°
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Argument of Perigee
126.99°
Period
94.97 min
Mean Motion
15.16 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3252
Alternative Name
Starlink 3252
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 49733U 21115K 26185.33336806 .01249530 00000-0 58962-1 0 9995
2 49733 53.1610 355.1550 0001137 126.9899 139.1296 15.16333045 5810
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3252 satellite, also known as Starlink 3252, was launched on December 2, 2021, from the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (AFETR) Launch Complex 40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink constellation and has been operational since December 3, 2021. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length, with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 270 kilograms and it had a launch mass of 290 kilograms. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, the satellite uses krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system and solar arrays along with batteries to provide power. The spacecraft has a box-shaped body with a pan configuration. It is owned by SpaceX (SPXS) and manufactured by the same entity for its communication mission.
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
270
Launch Mass
290
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-3-10
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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