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STARLINK-4567 (53970)
COSPAR: 2022-125G | Alt Name: Starlink 4567
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53970
International Designator
2022-125G
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
342.87°
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Argument of Perigee
104.45°
Period
94.53 min
Mean Motion
15.23 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4567
Alternative Name
Starlink 4567
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
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Latest TLEs
1 53970U 22125G 26201.25004630 .00078403 00000+0 32405-2 0 9994
2 53970 53.1594 342.8706 0001983 104.4506 18.2926 15.23313424 5803
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-4567 (OBJECT_ID: 2022-125G) is a Starlink communications satellite manufactured by SpaceX and owned by the same company. It was launched on October 5, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters with its deployed solar arrays or other structures. It weighs 305 kg at launch and 290 kg when dry. Its mission is to provide communication services through a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and relies on solar arrays and batteries for power.
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 4-29-07
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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