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STARLINK-4629 (53968)
COSPAR: 2022-125E | Alt Name: Starlink 4629
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53968
International Designator
2022-125E
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:00:23 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
351.10°
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Argument of Perigee
84.96°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4629
Alternative Name
Starlink 4629
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 53968U 22125E 26200.70860152 -.00000536 00000+0 -15600-4 0 9993
2 53968 53.1620 351.0970 0001325 84.9563 275.1580 15.08830133209259
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-4629 satellite, also known as Starlink 4629 and operated by SPXS (SpaceX), is a part of the Starlink constellation designed for communication purposes. It was launched on October 5, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E 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. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication, it uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. The spacecraft's shape is described as "Box + pan" and its dry mass is 290 kilograms while the launch mass was 305 kilograms. Power is supplied by solar arrays and batteries.
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 4-29-05
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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