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STARLINK-3653 (52000)
COSPAR: 2022-025AW | Alt Name: Starlink 3653
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Launch Details
Launch Date
March 9, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52000
International Designator
2022-025AW
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
143.17°
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Argument of Perigee
82.67°
Period
95.06 min
Mean Motion
15.15 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3653
Alternative Name
Starlink 3653
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 52000U 22025AW 26201.33335647 .00062976 00000+0 33338-2 0 9994
2 52000 53.1585 143.1736 0003044 82.6738 175.4511 15.14856007 5608
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-3653 is a Starlink satellite launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on March 9, 2022, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station's Launch Complex 40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter, the satellite features a box with a pan shape, weighing 275 kg dry mass and 297 kg at launch. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload communication systems and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system and solar arrays combined with batteries for power generation. Its mission purpose is to provide global internet connectivity, forming part of the Starlink Group 4-10-45 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 4-10-45
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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