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STARLINK-5422 (54804)
COSPAR: 2022-175AY | Alt Name: Starlink 5422
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Launch Details
Launch Date
December 17, 2022
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC39A
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
54804
International Designator
2022-175AY
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 20:01:58 GMT
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Inclination
53.16°
Right Ascension
150.37°
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Argument of Perigee
71.06°
Period
93.89 min
Mean Motion
15.34 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5422
Alternative Name
Starlink 5422
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 54804U 22175AY 26200.83470463 .00018057 00000+0 55755-3 0 9993
2 54804 53.1611 150.3723 0002247 71.0637 289.0608 15.33634188200153
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Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-5422 (OBJECT_ID: 2022-175AY) is a Starlink communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and owned by the same entity. It was launched on December 17, 2022, from LC39A at AFETR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kg and it had an initial launch mass of 305 kg. It is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The power supply relies on solar arrays and batteries. Additionally, the satellite uses Krypton ion thrusters as its motor. Its 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.
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 4-37-47
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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