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STARLINK-3235 (50200)
COSPAR: 2021-125AW | Alt Name: Starlink 3235
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
50200
International Designator
2021-125AW
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
5.15°
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Argument of Perigee
116.09°
Period
94.79 min
Mean Motion
15.19 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3235
Alternative Name
Starlink 3235
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 50200U 21125AW 26200.83335647 .00069158 00000+0 32300-2 0 9995
2 50200 53.1606 5.1495 0000959 116.0884 122.2906 15.19199033 5845
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3235 satellite, also known as Starlink 3235, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on December 18, 2021, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans up to 9 meters when its solar arrays are deployed. It weighs approximately 270 kilograms dry, with a total launch mass of 290 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload systems and optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes, the satellite utilizes krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and operates on power generated by solar arrays and batteries. The mission purpose is to provide global internet connectivity as part of the Starlink Group 4-4-45 constellation.
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 4-4-45
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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