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STARLINK-4456 (53673)
COSPAR: 2022-105AB | Alt Name: Starlink 4456
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53673
International Designator
2022-105AB
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
97.60°
Right Ascension
85.24°
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Argument of Perigee
83.36°
Period
92.00 min
Mean Motion
15.65 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4456
Alternative Name
Starlink 4456
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 53673U 22105AB 26201.25004630 .00257387 00000+0 25234-2 0 9994
2 53673 97.6020 85.2440 0001366 83.3555 207.6787 15.65263000 5930
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite STARLINK-4456, also known as Starlink 4456, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on August 31, 2022, from AFWTR at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. The spacecraft carries equipment including Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Its dry mass is 290 kg with a launch mass of 300 kg. It operates for communication purposes equipped with Krypton ion thrusters and was manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). The shape of the satellite is described as "Box + pan."
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 3-4-26
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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