STARLINK-3836 (52577)

COSPAR: 2022-051AT | Alt Name: Starlink 3836

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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

52577

International Designator

2022-051AT

Epoch

Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:51:36 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

256.15°

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Argument of Perigee

73.02°

Period

93.85 min

Mean Motion

15.34 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-3836

Alternative Name

Starlink 3836

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 52577U 22051AT  26200.86917083  .00001553  00000+0  57099-4 0  9995

2 52577  53.1594 256.1474 0001326  73.0176 287.0971 15.34394296231398

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Summary

The STARLINK-3836 satellite, also known as Starlink 3836, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's (SPXS) Starlink constellation. It was launched on May 13, 2022, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. It weighs 275 kg when dry and 297 kg at launch. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite also uses Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and is powered by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's structure resembles a box shape with panels extending from it.

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 4-13-42

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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