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STARLINK-5331 (55280)
COSPAR: 2023-010M | Alt Name: Starlink 5331
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NORAD ID
55280
International Designator
2023-010M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:14:56 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
71.29°
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Argument of Perigee
269.14°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5331
Alternative Name
Starlink 5331
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 55280U 23010M 26200.88538140 .00000375 00000+0 39201-4 0 9996
2 55280 69.9994 71.2918 0002895 269.1449 90.9379 14.98331320192570
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5331 satellite, also known as Starlink 5331, is part of the Starlink constellation and was launched on January 19, 2023, from AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle at SLC4E. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and a span of 9 meters. It weighs 305 kilograms at launch with a dry mass of 290 kilograms and is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries, while its propulsion system includes krypton ion thrusters. The satellite was manufactured by SPXS and is owned by the same entity, operating as part of the Starlink Group 2-4-12 constellation segment.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 2-4-12
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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