STARLINK-5268 (54192)

COSPAR: 2022-141AM | Alt Name: Starlink 5268

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STARLINK-5268 Satellite Image
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Launch Details

Launch Date

October 28, 2022

Launch Site

AFWTR

Launch Pad

SLC4E

Launch Vehicle

Falcon 9

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

54192

International Designator

2022-141AM

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

118.44°

Eccentricity

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Argument of Perigee

45.95°

Period

95.26 min

Mean Motion

15.12 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5268

Alternative Name

Starlink 5268

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Major Events

N/A

Latest TLEs
1 54192U 22141AM  26201.25004630  .00076782  00000+0  44411-2 0  9997
2 54192  53.1592 118.4428 0002587  45.9521 335.2681 15.11589712  5759

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Summary
STARLINK-5268 is a communication satellite operated by SPXS and was launched on October 28, 2022, from AFWTR SLC4E using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 290 kg and a launch mass of 305 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, STARLINK-5268 utilizes krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power. The satellite's mission is to provide communication services as part of the Starlink Group 4-31-36 constellation.

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 4-31-36

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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