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STARLINK-4498 (53434)
COSPAR: 2022-097AY | Alt Name: Starlink 4498
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 10, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53434
International Designator
2022-097AY
Epoch
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 06:06:51 GMT
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Inclination
53.20°
Right Ascension
267.32°
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Argument of Perigee
340.63°
Period
87.62 min
Mean Motion
16.43 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4498
Alternative Name
Starlink 4498
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 53434U 22097AY 26183.25476720 .08211162 12559-4 32062-3 0 9995
2 53434 53.2003 267.3162 0007255 340.6276 19.4498 16.43489145216681
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4498 satellite, also known as Starlink 4498, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on August 10, 2022, from Launch Complex 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters, indicating it likely has deployable solar arrays or antennas. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms while its launch mass was 297 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters as propulsion and derives power from solar arrays and batteries. The mission purpose is to provide global internet coverage as part of the Starlink Group 4-26-47 constellation.
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 4-26-47
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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