STARLINK-5112 (53987)

COSPAR: 2022-125Z | Alt Name: Starlink 5112

DECAYED

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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 5, 2022

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

53987

International Designator

2022-125Z

Decay Date

2/26/2025

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5112

Alternative Name

Starlink 5112

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

The STARLINK-5112 satellite, also known as Starlink 5112, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on October 5, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It serves a communication mission for its owner SPXS (SpaceX). The satellite measures approximately 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and spans up to 9 meters when fully deployed. Its dry mass is 290 kg with a total launch mass of 305 kg. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication and optical inter-satellite links, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan."

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

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 4-29-24

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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