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STARLINK-4316 (53471)
COSPAR: 2022-099G | Alt Name: Starlink 4316
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53471
International Designator
2022-099G
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
319.83°
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Argument of Perigee
84.06°
Period
94.16 min
Mean Motion
15.29 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4316
Alternative Name
Starlink 4316
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 53471U 22099G 26201.25004630 .00135267 00000+0 46692-2 0 9995
2 53471 97.2826 319.8266 0002513 84.0609 88.0147 15.29387766 5781
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-4316 is a communication satellite, part of the Starlink Group 3-3-07 and identified by OBJECT_ID as "2022-099G". It was launched on August 12, 2022, from Space Launch Complex 4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 275 kilograms, and it weighs 300 kilograms at launch. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and an optical inter-satellite link, the satellite uses Krypton ion thrusters as its motor system and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. The satellite's shape consists of a box plus pan configuration, and it is owned by SpaceX (SPXS).
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
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-3-07
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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