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STARLINK-4302 (53481)
COSPAR: 2022-099S | Alt Name: Starlink 4302
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53481
International Designator
2022-099S
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
97.61°
Right Ascension
326.29°
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Argument of Perigee
81.39°
Period
93.29 min
Mean Motion
15.44 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4302
Alternative Name
Starlink 4302
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 53481U 22099S 26200.83335647 -.01212225 00000+0 -29667-1 0 9999
2 53481 97.6055 326.2878 0002251 81.3916 63.4164 15.43610727 5936
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-4302 satellite, also known as Starlink 4302, is a communication satellite with the OBJECT_ID 2022-099S launched on August 12, 2022, from AFWTR (SLC4E) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter, with a span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 275 kilograms, and it weighs 300 kilograms at launch. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, its mission focuses on communication services. It uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays combined with batteries to generate power. The satellite was manufactured by SPXS and is owned by the same entity as part of the Starlink Group 3-3-17 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
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-3-17
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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