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STARLINK-5337 (55284)
COSPAR: 2023-010R | Alt Name: Starlink 5337
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55284
International Designator
2023-010R
Epoch
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:45:10 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
70.60°
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Argument of Perigee
272.13°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5337
Alternative Name
Starlink 5337
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 55284U 23010R 26201.03137366 .00004079 00000+0 34917-3 0 9996
2 55284 69.9995 70.6030 0002732 272.1280 87.9566 14.98358416192591
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5337 satellite, also known as Starlink 5337, is a communication satellite under the Starlink constellation launched by SpaceX on January 19, 2023. Launched from SLC4E at AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. The satellite weighs approximately 305 kilograms at launch and carries a dry mass of 290 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload capabilities for communication and features an optical inter-satellite link, along with krypton ion thrusters for maneuvering. Power is supplied through solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's shape is described as box-shaped with a pan configuration and it serves a communication mission for its owner SpaceX.
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 2-4-16
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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