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STARLINK-4570 (53690)
COSPAR: 2022-105AU | Alt Name: Starlink 4570
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53690
International Designator
2022-105AU
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:24:07 GMT
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Inclination
97.28°
Right Ascension
78.38°
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Argument of Perigee
83.11°
Period
95.64 min
Mean Motion
15.06 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4570
Alternative Name
Starlink 4570
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 53690U 22105AU 26201.14175000 .00001410 00000+0 10159-3 0 9996
2 53690 97.2847 78.3833 0002049 83.1137 277.0324 15.05665653213162
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-4570 satellite, also known as STARLINK-4570 and identified by NORAD CAT ID 53690, is part of the Starlink constellation owned and operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on August 31, 2022, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this communication satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans about 9 meters. With a dry mass of 290 kg and a launch mass of 300 kg, it is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload equipment for data transmission and optical inter-satellite links for high-speed communication within the constellation. The satellite utilizes krypton ion thrusters for orbital adjustments and solar arrays with batteries for power supply. Its mission focuses on providing global internet coverage as part of the Starlink Group 3-4-43 deployment.
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 3-4-43
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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