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STARLINK-5113 (53988)
COSPAR: 2022-125AA | Alt Name: Starlink 5113
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
53988
International Designator
2022-125AA
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:58:20 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
340.92°
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Argument of Perigee
106.46°
Period
95.44 min
Mean Motion
15.09 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5113
Alternative Name
Starlink 5113
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 53988U 22125AA 26200.79051149 -.00001780 00000+0 -93780-4 0 9999
2 53988 53.1618 340.9241 0001626 106.4649 253.6522 15.08827447209391
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5113 satellite, also known as Starlink 5113, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink constellation operated by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on October 5, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and was launched at a mass of 305 kilograms. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries, and uses Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Its primary mission is communication services.
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 4-29-25
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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