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STARLINK-4120 (53537)
COSPAR: 2022-101L | Alt Name: Starlink 4120
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 19, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53537
International Designator
2022-101L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:45:44 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
203.06°
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Argument of Perigee
66.40°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4120
Alternative Name
Starlink 4120
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 53537U 22101L 26200.28176396 .00000266 00000+0 34816-4 0 9990
2 53537 53.1599 203.0616 0000919 66.4022 293.7066 15.08834318216030
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4120 satellite, also known as Starlink 4120, is part of the Starlink group and was launched on August 19, 2022, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. The satellite's dry mass is 290 kilograms, with a launch mass of 300 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes and an optical inter-satellite link, it uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), this satellite is owned by the same entity and serves a communication 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
290
Launch Mass
300
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-27-11
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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