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STARLINK-5633 (55410)
COSPAR: 2023-014V | Alt Name: Starlink 5633
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55410
International Designator
2023-014V
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:57:24 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
111.22°
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Argument of Perigee
268.89°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5633
Alternative Name
Starlink 5633
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 55410U 23014V 26200.78986163 .00000802 00000+0 74975-4 0 9998
2 55410 70.0001 111.2193 0002703 268.8856 91.1993 14.98342427191353
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink satellite identified by NORAD_CAT_ID 55410 and OBJECT_ID 2023-014V, known as STARLINK-5633 or Starlink 5633, was manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX) and launched on January 31, 2023. It measures 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. The satellite has a dry mass of 290 kg and a launch mass of 305 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, it uses solar arrays and batteries for power and krypton ion thrusters as its motor. Launched from AFWTR (Cape Canaveral Air Force Station) using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle, this communication satellite is part of the Starlink Group 2-6-20 constellation managed by SpaceX.
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 2-6-20
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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