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STARLINK-4468 (53969)
COSPAR: 2022-125F | Alt Name: Starlink 4468
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53969
International Designator
2022-125F
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:21:46 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
350.55°
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Argument of Perigee
85.81°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4468
Alternative Name
Starlink 4468
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 53969U 22125F 26200.84844970 .00000080 00000+0 23092-4 0 9995
2 53969 53.1606 350.5475 0001247 85.8060 274.3074 15.08832405209278
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink satellite named STARLINK-4468 (OBJECT_ID: 2022-125F) was launched on October 5, 2022, from the AFWTR launch site at SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. It weighs 305 kilograms at launch, including its dry mass of 290 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload technology and optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes, the satellite utilizes krypton ion thrusters as propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. The spacecraft's shape is described as a box with a pan design and operates under the ownership of SPXS (SpaceX).
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 4-29-06
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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