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STARLINK-3633 (51793)
COSPAR: 2022-017AB | Alt Name: Starlink 3633
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51793
International Designator
2022-017AB
Epoch
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:51:08 GMT
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Inclination
53.20°
Right Ascension
205.17°
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Argument of Perigee
342.52°
Period
88.53 min
Mean Motion
16.27 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3633
Alternative Name
Starlink 3633
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 51793U 22017AB 26169.66051616 .01843878 11997-4 53321-3 0 9999
2 51793 53.2023 205.1680 0008435 342.5180 17.5572 16.26614750239927
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3633 satellite, also known as Starlink 3633, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on February 25, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters, equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power generation. It has a dry mass of 275 kg and a launch mass of 297 kg, featuring Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and optical inter-satellite links as its main equipment. The satellite is propelled by krypton ion thrusters and operates in a box + pan shape configuration. Its mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 4-11-26 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 4-11-26
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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