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STARLINK-3570 (51882)
COSPAR: 2022-022AG | Alt Name: Starlink 3570
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Launch Details
Launch Date
March 3, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
51882
International Designator
2022-022AG
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:28:17 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
121.63°
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Argument of Perigee
92.24°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3570
Alternative Name
Starlink 3570
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 51882U 22022AG 26200.81131324 .00000024 00000+0 12532-4 0 9997
2 51882 53.1612 121.6270 0001356 92.2411 267.8745 15.31699593243309
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-3570 satellite, also known as STARLINK-3570 or Starlink 3570, is a communication satellite owned and manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on March 3, 2022, from LC39A at the AFETR site using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms with a launch mass of 297 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes. The satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation and employs krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system. Its shape is described as box with pan configuration, and it is part of the Starlink Group 4-9-31 constellation mission focused on providing global internet connectivity services.
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 4-9-31
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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