Space Brief 10 Feb 2025
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STARLINK-3599 (51814)
COSPAR: 2022-017AY | Alt Name: Starlink 3599
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51814
International Designator
2022-017AY
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
93.26°
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Argument of Perigee
91.63°
Period
95.15 min
Mean Motion
15.13 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3599
Alternative Name
Starlink 3599
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 51814U 22017AY 26201.33335647 .00001698 00000+0 11086-3 0 9998
2 51814 53.1594 93.2649 0002852 91.6330 98.8914 15.13341206 5763
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3599 satellite, also known as Starlink 3599, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on February 25, 2022, from Vandenberg Space Force Base at 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 when its solar arrays are deployed. It has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and a launch mass of 297 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for high-speed internet services and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its propulsion system utilizes krypton ion thrusters for orbital maneuvers. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + 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 4-11-47
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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