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STARLINK-4647 (53608)
COSPAR: 2022-104W | Alt Name: Starlink 4647
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Launch Details
Launch Date
August 28, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53608
International Designator
2022-104W
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
358.41°
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Argument of Perigee
121.76°
Period
94.62 min
Mean Motion
15.22 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4647
Alternative Name
Starlink 4647
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 53608U 22104W 26201.25004630 .00068347 00000+0 29586-2 0 9991
2 53608 53.1616 358.4113 0002713 121.7637 177.9398 15.21810701 5804
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-4647 is a communication satellite, part of the Starlink group 4-23-21 constellation, manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on August 28, 2022, from the Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (AFETR) using Falcon 9 as the launch vehicle. The satellite has a box shape with solar panels and measures 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter, with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms and its launch mass was 300 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes, optical inter-satellite link for data transfer, krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, and solar arrays along with batteries for power supply.
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 4-23-21
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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