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STARLINK-4786 (55393)
COSPAR: 2023-014C | Alt Name: Starlink 4786
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55393
International Designator
2023-014C
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:39:03 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
91.32°
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Argument of Perigee
260.36°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-4786
Alternative Name
Starlink 4786
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 55393U 23014C 26200.77711958 .00000604 00000+0 58381-4 0 9998
2 55393 70.0001 91.3188 0002668 260.3624 99.7234 14.98321379191844
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-4786 is a communication satellite launched on January 31, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to the Starlink constellation and has an object ID of 2023-014C. The spacecraft measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and a span of 9 meters. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, it features krypton ion thrusters for propulsion. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms, while its launch mass was 305 kilograms, powered by solar arrays and batteries. Manufactured by SPXS, this satellite operates under the ownership of SpaceX (SPXS) with a mission to provide communication services.
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 2-6-03
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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