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STARLINK-4781 (53861)
COSPAR: 2022-114AV | Alt Name: Starlink 4781
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Launch Details
Launch Date
September 19, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53861
International Designator
2022-114AV
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:00:01 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
49.23°
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Argument of Perigee
76.53°
Period
94.40 min
Mean Motion
15.25 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4781
Alternative Name
Starlink 4781
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 53861U 22114AV 26200.83335647 .00025380 00000+0 10016-2 0 9999
2 53861 53.1615 49.2301 0001157 76.5288 190.9576 15.25409579 5835
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4781 satellite, also known as Starlink 4781, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink constellation owned by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on September 19, 2022, from LC40 at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures approximately 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it carries krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays with batteries for power. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms while its launch mass was 305 kilograms. The satellite's shape can be described as box-shaped with a pan configuration and it serves the mission of providing 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 4-34-44
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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