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STARLINK-5167 (54058)
COSPAR: 2022-136H | Alt Name: Starlink 5167
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Launch Details
Launch Date
October 20, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
54058
International Designator
2022-136H
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
108.22°
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Argument of Perigee
55.60°
Period
94.71 min
Mean Motion
15.20 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5167
Alternative Name
Starlink 5167
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 54058U 22136H 26201.25004630 .00060015 00000+0 27100-2 0 9990
2 54058 53.1587 108.2166 0002485 55.6048 303.0567 15.20428680 5751
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5167 satellite, also known as Starlink 5167, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched by SpaceX on October 20, 2022. The launch took place at LC40 in AFETR using a Falcon 9 rocket. This communication satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans up to 9 meters with its deployed components. It weighs approximately 305 kilograms at launch and 290 kilograms dry mass. The payload includes Ku/Ka-band equipment and optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries, while it uses Krypton ion thrusters as propulsion.
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 4-36-08
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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