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STARLINK-4336 (53051)
COSPAR: 2022-077J | Alt Name: Starlink 4336
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NORAD ID
53051
International Designator
2022-077J
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:43:33 GMT
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
18.00°
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Argument of Perigee
93.27°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4336
Alternative Name
Starlink 4336
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 53051U 22077J 26200.82191345 .00000259 00000+0 21880-4 0 9993
2 53051 97.2862 18.0010 0001804 93.2685 266.8749 15.05648907220782
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-4336 is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink constellation and was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on July 11, 2022, from Vandenberg Space Force Base's SLC-4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when its solar arrays are deployed. The dry mass is 275 kilograms with an initial launch mass of 297 kilograms. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes, optical inter-satellite links, and uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Power is supplied by solar arrays and batteries. Its mission focuses on providing global internet connectivity as part of the Starlink Group 3-1-09 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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-1-09
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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