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STARLINK-4630 (53680)
COSPAR: 2022-105AJ | Alt Name: Starlink 4630
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53680
International Designator
2022-105AJ
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:18:05 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
79.48°
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Argument of Perigee
87.03°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4630
Alternative Name
Starlink 4630
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 53680U 22105AJ 26201.13755845 -.00001314 00000+0 -87207-4 0 9999
2 53680 97.2844 79.4800 0002188 87.0334 273.1144 15.05654567213237
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4630 satellite, also known as Starlink 4630, is part of the Starlink group and was launched on August 31, 2022, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to SpaceX (SPXS) and has a mission focused on communication services. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans up to 9 meters when deployed. At launch, it had a mass of 300 kg and consists of a dry mass of 290 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload equipment for communication and an optical inter-satellite link. The satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation and employs Krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. Its shape resembles a box with a panel configuration, intended to support its operational requirements in orbit.
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 3-4-33
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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