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STARLINK-4524 (53396)
COSPAR: 2022-097J | Alt Name: Starlink 4524
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 10, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53396
International Designator
2022-097J
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:30:54 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
252.39°
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Argument of Perigee
85.95°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4524
Alternative Name
Starlink 4524
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 53396U 22097J 26200.43812833 .00000412 00000+0 43996-4 0 9999
2 53396 53.1578 252.3883 0000998 85.9473 274.1633 15.08830419218400
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4524 satellite, also known as Starlink 4524, is part of the Starlink constellation operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on August 10, 2022, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 275 kg and measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans 9 meters. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload equipment for communication purposes and includes optical inter-satellite links. It uses solar arrays and batteries for power supply and has Krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. The purpose of this spacecraft is to provide communication services, featuring 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 4-26-09
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
Map
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