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STARLINK-4141 (53138)
COSPAR: 2022-083G | Alt Name: Starlink 4141
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Launch Details
Launch Date
July 17, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53138
International Designator
2022-083G
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
293.43°
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Argument of Perigee
67.33°
Period
94.49 min
Mean Motion
15.24 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4141
Alternative Name
Starlink 4141
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 53138U 22083G 26201.25004630 .00052972 00000+0 21597-2 0 9996
2 53138 53.1586 293.4285 0001196 67.3310 15.5595 15.23959938 5841
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4141 satellite, also known as Starlink 4141, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink constellation launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on July 17, 2022, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station Launch Complex 40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. It weighs 275 kilograms dry mass and had a launch mass of 297 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication, optical inter-satellite link technology, and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its shape consists of a box with an additional pan design. The mission objective is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 4-22-07 payload.
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 4-22-07
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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