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STARLINK-3360 (51149)
COSPAR: 2022-005AX | Alt Name: Starlink 3360
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 19, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51149
International Designator
2022-005AX
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:53:06 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
70.53°
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Argument of Perigee
84.62°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3360
Alternative Name
Starlink 3360
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 51149U 22005AX 26200.78688147 .00000716 00000+0 32337-4 0 9993
2 51149 53.1599 70.5286 0001114 84.6174 275.4956 15.34394283248610
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-3360 satellite, also known as STARLINK-3360 or Starlink 3360, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on January 19, 2022, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a dry mass of 275 kg and a launch mass of 297 kg. The satellite features a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes along with an optical inter-satellite link. Its dimensions include a length of 0.2 meters, diameter of 2.8 meters, and span of 9 meters. It is equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power generation and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. The mission of the satellite is communication within its constellation, and it was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS) under the ownership of SpaceX as well.
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 4-6-46
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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