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STARLINK-3543 (51716)
COSPAR: 2022-016C | Alt Name: Starlink 3543
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Launch Details
Launch Date
February 21, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51716
International Designator
2022-016C
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
95.38°
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Argument of Perigee
51.08°
Period
94.99 min
Mean Motion
15.16 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3543
Alternative Name
Starlink 3543
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 51716U 22016C 26200.83335647 .00008647 00000+0 46170-3 0 9995
2 51716 53.1612 95.3791 0000684 51.0751 111.9670 15.15887188 5788
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3543 satellite, also known as Starlink 3543, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on February 21, 2022, from the AFETR site using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle from LC40. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when fully extended. Its dry mass is 275 kg with a launch mass of 297 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link, it utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power supply. The satellite employs krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system and is designed for communication purposes within the Starlink Group 4-8-03 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
275
Launch Mass
297
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-8-03
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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