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STARLINK-4133 (53253)
COSPAR: 2022-086M | Alt Name: Starlink 4133
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Launch Details
Launch Date
July 24, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53253
International Designator
2022-086M
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:28:29 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
314.97°
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Argument of Perigee
68.18°
Period
94.01 min
Mean Motion
15.32 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4133
Alternative Name
Starlink 4133
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 53253U 22086M 26201.31145610 .00000460 00000+0 26596-4 0 9999
2 53253 53.1603 314.9729 0001171 68.1759 291.9367 15.31698890221135
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4133 satellite, also known as Starlink 4133, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on July 24, 2022, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has a dry mass of 275 kg and a launch mass of 297 kg. The satellite's dimensions are 0.2 m in length, 2.8 m in diameter, and it spans 9 m. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link communication equipment, STARLINK-4133 uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply and employs krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. The satellite is owned by SPXS and was manufactured by the same entity. It serves a communication mission and has a box plus pan shape.
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 4-25-12
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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