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STARLINK-4088 (53155)
COSPAR: 2022-083Z | Alt Name: Starlink 4088
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Launch Details
Launch Date
July 17, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53155
International Designator
2022-083Z
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:59:17 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
291.93°
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Argument of Perigee
76.11°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4088
Alternative Name
Starlink 4088
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 53155U 22083Z 26200.54117032 -.00000380 00000+0 -57776-5 0 9996
2 53155 53.1610 291.9298 0000858 76.1136 283.9951 15.08834342221901
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-4088, also known as Starlink 4088, is a communication satellite part of the Starlink Group 4-22-24 and was launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on July 17, 2022. The launch took place at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station Launch Complex 40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. With a dry mass of 275 kilograms and a launch mass of 297 kilograms, the satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and optical inter-satellite link technology, it uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. The satellite's shape consists of a box and pan configuration.
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 4-22-24
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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