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STARLINK-3615 (51778)
COSPAR: 2022-017L | Alt Name: Starlink 3615
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51778
International Designator
2022-017L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
95.18°
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Argument of Perigee
124.33°
Period
94.94 min
Mean Motion
15.17 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3615
Alternative Name
Starlink 3615
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 51778U 22017L 26200.83335647 .00015268 00000+0 78306-3 0 9997
2 51778 53.1604 95.1785 0002014 124.3257 136.3231 15.16745911 5830
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3615 satellite, also known as Starlink 3615, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. Launched on February 25, 2022, from the AFWTR launch site at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 275 kg and was launched with a total mass of 297 kg. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and its solar panels span 9 meters. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and optical inter-satellite links, it uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 4-11-11 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 4-11-11
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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