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STARLINK-4355 (53048)
COSPAR: 2022-077F | Alt Name: Starlink 4355
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53048
International Designator
2022-077F
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:29:44 GMT
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
19.15°
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Argument of Perigee
110.56°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4355
Alternative Name
Starlink 4355
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 53048U 22077F 26200.77065544 .00000175 00000+0 16003-4 0 9992
2 53048 97.2861 19.1540 0001729 110.5595 249.5818 15.05654891220858
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-4355 is a communication satellite from the Starlink series operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on July 11, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 275 kg and its launch mass was 297 kg. It features a Ku/Ka-band payload, optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays for power generation, batteries, and Krypton ion thrusters as propulsion. Its shape is described as box with panels.
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 3-1-06
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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