STARLINK C (51458)

COSPAR: 2022-010C | Alt Name: Starlink 3164

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

February 3, 2022

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

51458

International Designator

2022-010C

Decay Date

2/6/2022

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK C

Alternative Name

Starlink 3164

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The satellite named STARLINK C (also known as Starlink 3164) is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on February 3, 2022, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), it has a dry mass of 275 kg and a launch mass of 297 kg. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and its span is 9 meters. It features a Box + pan shape and is equipped to serve as part of the Starlink Group 4-7-07 payload mission. Ownership is attributed to SPXS, and no additional details on purpose, power systems, or major events are provided.

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

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 4-7-07

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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