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STARLINK-5308 (55300)
COSPAR: 2023-010AH | Alt Name: Starlink 5308
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55300
International Designator
2023-010AH
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:02:34 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
51.00°
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Argument of Perigee
270.69°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5308
Alternative Name
Starlink 5308
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Major Events
N/A
Latest TLEs
1 55300U 23010AH 26200.87678322 .00000177 00000+0 22652-4 0 9997
2 55300 69.9984 51.0013 0002712 270.6880 89.3968 14.98330448193070
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite identified by NORAD CAT ID 55300, known as STARLINK-5308 or Starlink 5308, is part of the Starlink Group 2-4-32 constellation and was launched on January 19, 2023. It originates from the United States and its manufacturer is SpaceX (SPXS). The satellite has a box with a pan shape, dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kg, while its launch mass was 305 kg. It features a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite is powered by solar arrays and batteries and uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. Launched from Space Launch Complex 4E (SLC4E) at the Vandenberg Space Force Base (AFWTR), it was carried into space aboard a Falcon 9 launch vehicle.
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 2-4-32
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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