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STARLINK-4607 (53740)
COSPAR: 2022-107AS | Alt Name: Starlink 4607
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Launch Details
Launch Date
September 5, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53740
International Designator
2022-107AS
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
27.56°
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Argument of Perigee
111.05°
Period
94.10 min
Mean Motion
15.30 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4607
Alternative Name
Starlink 4607
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 53740U 22107AS 26200.83335647 .00036360 00000+0 12310-2 0 9996
2 53740 53.1583 27.5622 0001077 111.0517 346.5512 15.30272234 5854
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4607 satellite, also known as Starlink 4607, is owned and manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) for communication purposes. It was launched on September 5, 2022, from the AFETR site at LC40 using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kg with a total launch mass of 305 kg. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities for communication and optical inter-satellite links. Power generation is provided by solar arrays with batteries for storage. The propulsion system uses krypton ion thrusters to maintain orbit. The satellite's shape consists of a box structure plus pan configuration, and it operates as part of the Starlink Group 4-20-41 constellation mission for global communication services.
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
305
Shape
Box + pan
Radar Cross Section
Unknown
Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 4-20-41
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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