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STARLINK-4428 (53672)
COSPAR: 2022-105AA | Alt Name: Starlink 4428
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53672
International Designator
2022-105AA
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:12:22 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
78.35°
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Argument of Perigee
78.15°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4428
Alternative Name
Starlink 4428
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 53672U 22105AA 26201.09192442 -.00002137 00000+0 -14426-3 0 9999
2 53672 97.2823 78.3497 0002313 78.1519 281.9968 15.05642391213155
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4428 satellite, also known as Starlink 4428, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on August 31, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters, with a dry mass of 290 kg and an initial launch mass of 300 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities along with optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes and uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. Its power supply comes from solar arrays and batteries. The satellite was manufactured by SPXS and operates under the ownership of SpaceX for communication missions.
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 3-4-25
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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