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STARLINK-5576 (55382)
COSPAR: 2023-013BD | Alt Name: Starlink 5576
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Launch Details
Launch Date
January 26, 2023
Launch Site
Launch Pad
LC40
Launch Vehicle
Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55382
International Designator
2023-013BD
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:57:12 GMT
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Inclination
43.00°
Right Ascension
294.88°
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Argument of Perigee
291.39°
Period
94.27 min
Mean Motion
15.28 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5576
Alternative Name
Starlink 5576
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 55382U 23013BD 26200.33139863 .00000586 00000+0 30808-4 0 9999
2 55382 43.0038 294.8776 0001203 291.3883 68.6841 15.27579925191631
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5576, also known as Starlink 5576, is a communication satellite belonging to SpaceX's Starlink constellation. It was launched on January 26, 2023, from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station (AFETR) using Falcon 9 launch vehicle from Launch Pad LC40. 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 and has a dry mass of 290 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes, it also features optical inter-satellite link capabilities and krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's shape can be described as box with pan configuration. It was successfully stabilized on the same day of launch at 0951:14 hours.
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 5-2-52
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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