STARLINK-3920 (52575)

COSPAR: 2022-051AR | Alt Name: Starlink 3920

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

May 13, 2022

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

52575

International Designator

2022-051AR

Decay Date

2/19/2026

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-3920

Alternative Name

Starlink 3920

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The STARLINK-3920 satellite, also known as Starlink 3920, was launched on May 13, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink Group 4-13-40 and operated by SPXS in the United States for communication purposes. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication, it uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. The satellite has a launch mass of 297 kilograms and a dry mass of 275 kilograms. Its shape is described as box plus pan configuration.

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

275

Launch Mass

297

Shape

Box + pan

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Starlink Group 4-13-40

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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