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STARLINK-4737 (53834)
COSPAR: 2022-114S | Alt Name: Starlink 4737
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Launch Details
Launch Date
September 19, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53834
International Designator
2022-114S
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:44:38 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
70.33°
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Argument of Perigee
105.62°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4737
Alternative Name
Starlink 4737
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 53834U 22114S 26200.82266222 .00000853 00000+0 71703-4 0 9990
2 53834 53.1607 70.3326 0001142 105.6173 254.4944 15.08823326212789
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4737 satellite, also known as Starlink 4737, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on September 19, 2022, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (LC40) aboard a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length and has a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. Weighing 305 kilograms at launch, it has a dry mass of 290 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communications and optical inter-satellite links, along with solar arrays and batteries for power generation. The satellite uses Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and its shape consists of a box configuration with a pan attachment.
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 4-34-17
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
Map
Next Pass
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