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STARLINK-3936 (52674)
COSPAR: 2022-053U | Alt Name: Starlink 3936
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Launch Details
Launch Date
May 18, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
52674
International Designator
2022-053U
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.23°
Right Ascension
257.43°
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Argument of Perigee
74.68°
Period
92.24 min
Mean Motion
15.61 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-3936
Alternative Name
Starlink 3936
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 52674U 22053U 26200.83335647 -.00730409 00000+0 -93111-2 0 9996
2 52674 53.2261 257.4305 0000733 74.6754 213.7176 15.61069862 5980
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-3936 satellite, also known as Starlink 3936, is part of the Starlink constellation manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on May 18, 2022, from Launch Pad LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 275 kg, and its launch mass was 297 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, it also features krypton ion thrusters as propulsion systems and solar arrays combined with batteries to provide power. The satellite's shape is described as a box with a pan configuration. It serves a communication mission under the ownership of SpaceX.
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 4-18-19
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
Map
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