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STARLINK-4356 (53224)
COSPAR: 2022-084AM | Alt Name: Starlink 4356
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53224
International Designator
2022-084AM
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:50:12 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
258.31°
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Argument of Perigee
118.01°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4356
Alternative Name
Starlink 4356
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 53224U 22084AM 26201.11820056 .00000990 00000+0 72475-4 0 9992
2 53224 97.2839 258.3130 0001732 118.0052 242.1351 15.05661828219235
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4356 satellite, also known as Starlink 4356, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on July 22, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms while its launch mass was 297 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and uses krypton ion thrusters as propulsion. The satellite's shape can be described as a box with 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 3-2-36
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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