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STARLINK-3932 (52576)
COSPAR: 2022-051AS | Alt Name: Starlink 3932
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52576
International Designator
2022-051AS
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:52:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
245.64°
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Argument of Perigee
69.85°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3932
Alternative Name
Starlink 3932
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 52576U 22051AS 26200.82779014 .00000369 00000+0 41264-4 0 9991
2 52576 53.1589 245.6366 0000956 69.8523 290.2572 15.08828878231539
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-3932 is a communication satellite, part of the Starlink Group 4-13-41, manufactured by SPXS and owned by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on May 13, 2022, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 rocket, it has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite carries a Ku/Ka-band payload with an optical inter-satellite link and uses Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. It is equipped with solar arrays and batteries for power supply and has a dry mass of 275 kg and a launch mass of 297 kg. The purpose of STARLINK-3932 is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink 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
275
Launch Mass
297
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-13-41
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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