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STARLINK-5629 (55419)
COSPAR: 2023-014AE | Alt Name: Starlink 5629
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NORAD ID
55419
International Designator
2023-014AE
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:21:26 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
111.28°
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Argument of Perigee
260.68°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5629
Alternative Name
Starlink 5629
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 55419U 23014AE 26200.80655325 -.00000031 00000+0 52227-5 0 9995
2 55419 70.0006 111.2793 0002782 260.6835 99.4009 14.98330312191356
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5629 satellite, also known as Starlink 5629, was launched on January 31, 2023, from AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle at SLC4E. It is part of the Starlink constellation and serves communication purposes. The spacecraft 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 had a launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication, it also features krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. The satellite's power comes from solar arrays and batteries. Manufactured by SPXS, the satellite is owned by SpaceX (SPXS) and belongs to the Starlink Group 2-6-29 payload group.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 2-6-29
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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