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STARLINK-3887 (52484)
COSPAR: 2022-049AK | Alt Name: Starlink 3887
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Launch Details
Launch Date
May 6, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52484
International Designator
2022-049AK
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
183.58°
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Argument of Perigee
97.78°
Period
94.95 min
Mean Motion
15.17 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3887
Alternative Name
Starlink 3887
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 52484U 22049AK 26201.25004630 .00026465 00000+0 13485-2 0 9996
2 52484 53.1606 183.5787 0002444 97.7830 54.8178 15.16620660 5802
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3887 satellite, also known as Starlink 3887, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on May 6, 2022, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. Its dry mass is 220 kilograms with a launch mass of 297 kilograms. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. The satellite's shape consists of a box with a pan configuration and its mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 4-17-34 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
220
Launch Mass
297
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-17-34
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
Map
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