STARLINK-5237 (54196)

COSPAR: 2022-141AR | Alt Name: Starlink 5237

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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

54196

International Designator

2022-141AR

Epoch

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:04 GMT

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Inclination

53.16°

Right Ascension

118.32°

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Argument of Perigee

68.77°

Period

94.86 min

Mean Motion

15.18 rev/day

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Basic Satellite Info

Name

STARLINK-5237

Alternative Name

Starlink 5237

Type

Payload

Status

Operational

Owner

SPXS

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

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Latest TLEs

1 54196U 22141AR  26201.25004630  .00080697  00000+0  38879-2 0  9992

2 54196  53.1593 118.3192 0002528  68.7701  17.3479 15.18041380  5797

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Summary

The STARLINK-5237 satellite, also known as Starlink 5237, is part of SpaceX's Starlink constellation and was launched on October 28, 2022, from the Vandenberg Space Force Base (AFWTR) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. This communication satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. It carries equipment such as Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for data transmission. The dry mass is 290 kg, while the launch mass was 305 kg. The satellite uses solar arrays and batteries for power and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Its shape is described as a box with a pan configuration. Starlink-5237 operates within SpaceX's constellation for global 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.

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 4-31-40

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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