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STARLINK-4327 (53079)
COSPAR: 2022-077AN | Alt Name: Starlink 4327
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NORAD ID
53079
International Designator
2022-077AN
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:07:07 GMT
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
18.85°
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Argument of Perigee
95.10°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4327
Alternative Name
Starlink 4327
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53079U 22077AN 26200.46328358 .00000005 00000+0 42595-5 0 9995
2 53079 97.2852 18.8538 0001300 95.0951 265.0425 15.05655818220816
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-4327 satellite, also known as Starlink 4327, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on July 11, 2022, from the Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters, it has a dry mass of 275 kg and a launch mass of 297 kg. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities for communication purposes and features an optical inter-satellite link system. Power is provided through solar arrays and batteries, while its motor uses krypton ion thrusters for maneuvering. Owned by SpaceX (SPXS), it operates as part of the Starlink Group 3-1-37 mission to provide global internet coverage.
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 3-1-37
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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