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STARLINK-5632 (55400)
COSPAR: 2023-014K | Alt Name: Starlink 5632
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55400
International Designator
2023-014K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:09:05 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
91.37°
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Argument of Perigee
264.63°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5632
Alternative Name
Starlink 5632
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 55400U 23014K 26200.79798036 -.00000129 00000+0 -29994-5 0 9994
2 55400 70.0000 91.3740 0002651 264.6313 95.4544 14.98334887191845
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5632 satellite, also known as Starlink 5632, is part of the Starlink group and was launched on January 31, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. It belongs to SPXS (SpaceX) and has an operational mission focused on communication. The satellite measures 0.2 meters in length with a diameter of 2.8 meters and spans 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms, and it carries equipment such as Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link. It utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power generation. The propulsion system includes Krypton ion thrusters to maintain its orbit.
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 2-6-10
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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