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STARLINK-3828 (52469)
COSPAR: 2022-049U | Alt Name: Starlink 3828
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Launch Details
Launch Date
May 6, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52469
International Designator
2022-049U
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
185.46°
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Argument of Perigee
62.55°
Period
94.92 min
Mean Motion
15.17 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3828
Alternative Name
Starlink 3828
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 52469U 22049U 26200.83335647 .00076448 00000+0 37885-2 0 9993
2 52469 53.1601 185.4558 0002508 62.5458 167.9358 15.17085754 5833
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3828 satellite, also known as Starlink 3828, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on May 6, 2022, from the Kennedy Space Center at Launch Complex 39A using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 220 kilograms with a launch mass of 297 kilograms. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes and an optical inter-satellite link. Power generation relies on solar arrays complemented by batteries. For propulsion, it uses krypton ion thrusters. The satellite's shape can be described as box-like with additional panels. Its primary mission is to provide communication 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
220
Launch Mass
297
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-17-19
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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