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STARLINK-4620 (53674)
COSPAR: 2022-105AC | Alt Name: Starlink 4620
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53674
International Designator
2022-105AC
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 02:20:19 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
78.34°
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Argument of Perigee
60.30°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4620
Alternative Name
Starlink 4620
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 53674U 22105AC 26201.09744885 -.00000107 00000+0 -35318-5 0 9995
2 53674 97.2843 78.3362 0004089 60.3009 299.8626 15.05656640213150
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4620 satellite, also known as Starlink 4620, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on August 31, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters when deployed. The satellite weighs 290 kilograms dry and 300 kilograms at launch. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and an optical inter-satellite link, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Manufactured by SPXS, STARLINK-4620 serves a communication mission owned by SpaceX (SPXS). Its shape is described as a box with pan configuration.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 3-4-27
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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