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STARLINK-4388 (53651)
COSPAR: 2022-105D | Alt Name: Starlink 4388
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53651
International Designator
2022-105D
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
97.60°
Right Ascension
87.88°
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Argument of Perigee
88.51°
Period
91.64 min
Mean Motion
15.71 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4388
Alternative Name
Starlink 4388
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 53651U 22105D 26200.83335647 -.00686875 00000+0 -58743-2 0 9999
2 53651 97.5995 87.8810 0001284 88.5079 278.9466 15.71356401 5987
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-4388 (OBJECT_ID: 2022-105D) is a Starlink spacecraft manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity, launched on August 31, 2022, from AFWTR at SLC4E 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. Its dry mass is 290 kg with a launch mass of 300 kg. The satellite is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes, an optical inter-satellite link, krypton ion thrusters, solar arrays, and batteries to provide power. It was deployed as part of the Starlink Group 3-4-04 constellation with a primary mission focused on communication services.
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 3-4-04
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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