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STARLINK-4472 (53661)
COSPAR: 2022-105P | Alt Name: Starlink 4472
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53661
International Designator
2022-105P
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:35:28 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
77.65°
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Argument of Perigee
90.37°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4472
Alternative Name
Starlink 4472
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 53661U 22105P 26200.39963367 -.00000272 00000+0 -14927-4 0 9996
2 53661 97.2846 77.6516 0002407 90.3671 269.7832 15.05644934213048
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-4472 (OBJECT_ID: 2022-105P) is a Starlink communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and launched on August 31, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters, it has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and was launched with a total mass of 300 kilograms. The satellite is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes and features optical inter-satellite links for data transfer. It uses krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system and is powered by solar arrays complemented by batteries. The shape of the spacecraft is described as a box with a pan configuration, and it operates in space to provide global internet connectivity 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 3-4-14
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
Map
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