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STARLINK-4310 (53074)
COSPAR: 2022-077AH | Alt Name: Starlink 4310
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53074
International Designator
2022-077AH
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
97.59°
Right Ascension
23.68°
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Argument of Perigee
73.25°
Period
91.86 min
Mean Motion
15.68 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4310
Alternative Name
Starlink 4310
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 53074U 22077AH 26200.83335647 .01099589 00000+0 91729-2 0 9996
2 53074 97.5890 23.6826 0001401 73.2467 84.7119 15.67651539 5790
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-4310 satellite, also known as Alt Name: Starlink 4310, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on July 11, 2022, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. With a dry mass of 275 kilograms and a launch mass of 297 kilograms, it is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. It also features Krypton ion thrusters as its motor system and uses solar arrays and batteries for power. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan," but additional details such as its RCS, ADCS, color, or specific frequencies used are not provided.
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 3-1-32
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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