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STARLINK-3937 (52542)
COSPAR: 2022-051K | Alt Name: Starlink 3937
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52542
International Designator
2022-051K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:28:30 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
252.35°
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Argument of Perigee
67.67°
Period
93.79 min
Mean Motion
15.35 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3937
Alternative Name
Starlink 3937
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 52542U 22051K 26200.51979927 .00001317 00000+0 48654-4 0 9999
2 52542 53.1606 252.3466 0001098 67.6697 292.4422 15.35397896231410
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3937 satellite, also known as Starlink 3937, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on May 13, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E 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 is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms, and it was launched with a total mass of 297 kilograms. Power is supplied by solar arrays and batteries, while its propulsion system uses Krypton ion thrusters. The satellite is owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX) for the purpose of communication as part of the Starlink Group 4-13-10 mission.
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 4-13-10
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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