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STARLINK-4437 (53506)
COSPAR: 2022-099AT | Alt Name: Starlink 4437
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53506
International Designator
2022-099AT
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
97.60°
Right Ascension
328.49°
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Argument of Perigee
80.81°
Period
90.71 min
Mean Motion
15.87 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4437
Alternative Name
Starlink 4437
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53506U 22099AT 26200.83335647 .00529020 00000+0 19008-2 0 9997
2 53506 97.6021 328.4876 0000935 80.8058 356.9935 15.87461892 5938
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4437 satellite, also known as Starlink 4437, is owned and operated by SPXS (SpaceX). Launched on August 12, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this communication satellite weighs 300 kg at launch and has a dry mass of 275 kg. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length, with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans 9 meters. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Its power system consists of solar arrays and batteries, and it uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor. The shape of the satellite is described as a box with a pan configuration. This satellite is part of the Starlink Group 3-3-42 constellation mission.
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 3-3-42
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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