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STARLINK-3606 (51807)
COSPAR: 2022-017AR | Alt Name: Starlink 3606
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51807
International Designator
2022-017AR
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
104.43°
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Argument of Perigee
78.34°
Period
94.22 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3606
Alternative Name
Starlink 3606
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 51807U 22017AR 26200.83335647 .00020066 00000+0 72640-3 0 9997
2 51807 53.1611 104.4348 0001326 78.3362 56.5060 15.28413517 5830
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-3606 satellite, designated as 2022-017AR and cataloged under NORAD_CAT_ID 51807, was launched on February 25, 2022, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is owned by SpaceX (SPXS) and serves a communication mission as part of the Starlink constellation. The satellite measures approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters, featuring a box shape with a pan design. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. The satellite has a launch mass of 297 kilograms and a dry mass of 275 kilograms.
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 4-11-40
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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