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STARLINK-3930 (52568)
COSPAR: 2022-051AM | Alt Name: Starlink 3930
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52568
International Designator
2022-051AM
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:39:51 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
242.27°
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Argument of Perigee
68.28°
Period
93.85 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3930
Alternative Name
Starlink 3930
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 52568U 22051AM 26200.52767663 .00003304 00000+0 10892-3 0 9990
2 52568 53.1599 242.2652 0001112 68.2762 291.8359 15.34385338231555
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3930 satellite, also known as Starlink 3930, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on May 13, 2022, from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC4E) at Vandenberg Air Force Base (AFWTR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions including a length of 0.2 meters, diameter of 2.8 meters, and span of 9 meters, it has a dry mass of 275 kilograms and a launch mass of 297 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes along with optical inter-satellite link capabilities, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and uses Krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), it was launched under the Starlink Group 4-13-36 mission aimed at enhancing global communication networks.
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 4-13-36
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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