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STARLINK-4453 (53497)
COSPAR: 2022-099AJ | Alt Name: Starlink 4453
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53497
International Designator
2022-099AJ
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:09:40 GMT
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Inclination
97.29°
Right Ascension
318.00°
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Argument of Perigee
120.37°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4453
Alternative Name
Starlink 4453
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 53497U 22099AJ 26200.79838340 -.00000673 00000+0 -42766-4 0 9998
2 53497 97.2855 317.9975 0001892 120.3667 239.7747 15.05649075215854
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4453 satellite, also known as Starlink 4453, is owned by SpaceX (SPXS) and was launched on August 12, 2022, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Air Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and optical inter-satellite link technology. With a dry mass of 275 kilograms and a launch mass of 300 kilograms, it utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power generation. It is part of the Starlink Group 3-3-33 constellation and uses krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system. The satellite's shape is described as box with pan configuration.
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 3-3-33
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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