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STARLINK-4369 (53191)
COSPAR: 2022-084C | Alt Name: Starlink 4369
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53191
International Designator
2022-084C
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
97.60°
Right Ascension
263.78°
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Argument of Perigee
76.30°
Period
93.59 min
Mean Motion
15.39 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4369
Alternative Name
Starlink 4369
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53191U 22084C 26201.25004630 -.00707765 00000+0 -20078-1 0 9997
2 53191 97.6007 263.7833 0001624 76.2985 68.0294 15.38619331 5916
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4369 satellite, also known as Starlink 4369, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on July 22, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter, it has a span of 9 meters. The satellite weighs 275 kilograms dry and 297 kilograms at launch. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its motor system includes Krypton ion thrusters. The spacecraft has a shape described as "Box + pan" and serves the mission of providing communication services.
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 3-2-03
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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