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STARLINK-4571 (53688)
COSPAR: 2022-105AS | Alt Name: Starlink 4571
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53688
International Designator
2022-105AS
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:15:45 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
78.43°
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Argument of Perigee
80.73°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4571
Alternative Name
Starlink 4571
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 53688U 22105AS 26201.21927844 .00000231 00000+0 19889-4 0 9992
2 53688 97.2848 78.4348 0002235 80.7280 279.4200 15.05658738213177
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-4571 (OBJECT_ID: 2022-105AS) is a Starlink spacecraft manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity, dedicated to communication purposes. It was launched on August 31, 2022, from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and spans across 9 meters. Its dry mass is recorded as 290 kilograms, with a launch mass of 300 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication capabilities, along with solar arrays and batteries to provide power. The satellite's propulsion system uses krypton ion thrusters. Its shape consists of a box with a pan configuration, and it was launched as part of the Starlink Group 3-4-41 mission.
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 3-4-41
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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