STARLINK-3865 (52460)

COSPAR: 2022-049K | Alt Name: Starlink 3865

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

May 6, 2022

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

LC39A

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

52460

International Designator

2022-049K

Decay Date

1/1/2025

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-3865

Alternative Name

Starlink 3865

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The Starlink-3865 satellite, also known as Starlink 3865 and designated as 2022-049K by NORAD, was launched on May 6, 2022, from LC39A at the AFSFL launch site using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite is owned by SpaceX (SPXS) and operates for communication purposes. It has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters, featuring a box-shaped design with additional panels. Starlink-3865 weighs 220 kilograms dry and had an initial launch mass of 297 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities along with optical inter-satellite links for data transmission. The satellite's propulsion system consists of Krypton ion thrusters, while its power comes from solar arrays and batteries.

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

Dry Mass

220

Launch Mass

297

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 4-17-10

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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