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STARLINK-3611 (51779)
COSPAR: 2022-017M | Alt Name: Starlink 3611
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51779
International Designator
2022-017M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
104.62°
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Argument of Perigee
34.42°
Period
94.44 min
Mean Motion
15.25 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3611
Alternative Name
Starlink 3611
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 51779U 22017M 26200.83335647 .00017127 00000+0 69534-3 0 9997
2 51779 53.1595 104.6174 0001000 34.4230 285.2370 15.24708346 5832
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3611 satellite, also known as Starlink 3611, is a communication satellite operated by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on February 25, 2022, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 275 kg, and it had a launch mass of 297 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes, the satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply. It also features krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. The spacecraft's shape is described as box plus pan.
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 4-11-12
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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