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STARLINK-5319 (55301)
COSPAR: 2023-010AJ | Alt Name: Starlink 5319
DECAYED
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Launch Details
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55301
International Designator
2023-010AJ
Decay Date
1/31/2023
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5319
Alternative Name
Starlink 5319
Type
Payload
Status
Decayed
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
Related Satellites
Major Events
N/A
Summary
The STARLINK-5319 satellite, also known as Starlink 5319 and part of the Starlink Group 2-4-33 payload, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on January 19, 2023, from AFWTR using Falcon 9 at SLC4E. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and 9 meters in span. Equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, STARLINK-5319 uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor and is powered by solar arrays and batteries. It has a launch mass of 305 kilograms and a dry mass of 290 kilograms. The shape of the satellite 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 2-4-33
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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