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STARLINK A (51456)
COSPAR: 2022-010A | Alt Name: Starlink 3152
DECAYED
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Launch Details
Launch Date
February 3, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51456
International Designator
2022-010A
Decay Date
2/6/2022
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK A
Alternative Name
Starlink 3152
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
The satellite designated NORAD CAT ID 51456 and OBJECT ID 2022-010A is a Starlink satellite manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on February 3, 2022, from the Kennedy Space Center LC39A launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite's dimensions are 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters with its appendages extended. It has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and was launched with a total mass of 297 kilograms. The spacecraft features a "Box + pan" shape design and is part of the Starlink Group 4-7-36 payload constellation. The launch site AFETR refers to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, United States.
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 4-7-36
Purpose
Unknown
Mission
Unknown
Manufacturer
SPXS
Life Expectancy
Unknown
Bus
Starlink
Configuration
Unknown
Motor
Unknown
Equipment
Unknown
Power System
Unknown
ADCS
Unknown
Transmitter Frequency
Unknown
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