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STARLINK-5156 (53973)
COSPAR: 2022-125K | Alt Name: Starlink 5156
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53973
International Designator
2022-125K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:33:31 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
352.26°
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Argument of Perigee
97.51°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5156
Alternative Name
Starlink 5156
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 53973U 22125K 26200.43995355 -.00000882 00000+0 -37313-4 0 9992
2 53973 53.1608 352.2640 0001341 97.5137 262.6007 15.08835266209216
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5156 satellite, also known as Starlink 5156, was launched on October 5, 2022, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It is part of the Starlink communication constellation owned by SPXS (SpaceX). The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms and its launch mass was 305 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload equipment for communication purposes, an optical inter-satellite link, solar arrays, batteries for power, and Krypton ion thrusters as motors. The satellite's shape is described as a box with a pan configuration.
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 4-29-10
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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