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STARLINK-5475 (55661)
COSPAR: 2023-021AK | Alt Name: Starlink 5475
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NORAD ID
55661
International Designator
2023-021AK
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:10:32 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
191.71°
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Argument of Perigee
267.75°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5475
Alternative Name
Starlink 5475
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 55661U 23021AK 26200.67398600 .00000497 00000+0 49442-4 0 9996
2 55661 69.9992 191.7091 0003827 267.7489 92.3232 14.98326075189059
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5475 satellite, also known as Starlink 5475, is a communication satellite manufactured by SPXS and operated under its ownership. Launched on February 17, 2023, from the AFWTR launch site using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has a dry mass of 290 kg and a launch mass of 305 kg. The satellite is part of the Starlink Group 2-5-34 payload and is equipped with a Ku/Ka-band payload for communication purposes, an optical inter-satellite link, and krypton ion thrusters as its motor system. It measures approximately 0.2 meters in length, has a diameter of 2.8 meters, and spans up to 9 meters. Power supply relies on solar arrays and batteries. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan."
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 2-5-34
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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