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STARLINK-5332 (55285)
COSPAR: 2023-010S | Alt Name: Starlink 5332
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55285
International Designator
2023-010S
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:20:20 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
31.26°
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Argument of Perigee
267.53°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5332
Alternative Name
Starlink 5332
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 55285U 23010S 26200.80579001 .00000117 00000+0 17590-4 0 9995
2 55285 69.9998 31.2642 0003046 267.5331 92.5480 14.98329566194437
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-5332 satellite, also known as Starlink 5332 and designated by NORAD as CAT ID 55285, was launched on January 19, 2023, from the AFWTR SLC4E pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to the Starlink constellation under the ownership of SPXS (SpaceX). The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. It weighs 305 kilograms at launch, reducing to a dry mass of 290 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link technology, it is powered by solar arrays and batteries. The propulsion system uses Krypton ion thrusters for orbital adjustments. Its mission is focused on communication services as part of the Starlink Group 2-4-17.
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 2-4-17
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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