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STARLINK-5142 (53984)
COSPAR: 2022-125W | Alt Name: Starlink 5142
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53984
International Designator
2022-125W
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:03:37 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
340.95°
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Argument of Perigee
104.37°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5142
Alternative Name
Starlink 5142
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53984U 22125W 26200.79418679 -.00000766 00000+0 -30072-4 0 9998
2 53984 53.1622 340.9471 0000964 104.3715 255.7383 15.08836072209406
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-5142 satellite, also known as Starlink 5142 and designated by NORAD as CAT ID 53984, was launched on October 5, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to the Starlink constellation and is owned and manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). 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 with a launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes and optical inter-satellite links, it also uses solar arrays and batteries for power generation. The satellite's propulsion system consists of Krypton ion thrusters. Its shape can be described as box-shaped with panels.
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 4-29-21
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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