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STARLINK-4417 (53200)
COSPAR: 2022-084M | Alt Name: Starlink 4417
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53200
International Designator
2022-084M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:33:54 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
259.06°
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Argument of Perigee
131.48°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4417
Alternative Name
Starlink 4417
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53200U 22084M 26200.73188112 -.00000045 00000+0 80718-6 0 9996
2 53200 97.2820 259.0648 0001267 131.4752 228.6584 15.05655112219900
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4417 satellite, also known as Starlink 4417, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on July 22, 2022, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle from SLC4E. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters, with a dry mass of 275 kilograms and a launch mass of 297 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply and is propelled by Krypton ion thrusters. The satellite was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) and operates in a box + pan shape configuration for its intended 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
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Color
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Material Composition
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Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-2-12
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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