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STARLINK-5459 (55669)
COSPAR: 2023-021AT | Alt Name: Starlink 5459
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55669
International Designator
2023-021AT
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:39:57 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
192.37°
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Argument of Perigee
272.51°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5459
Alternative Name
Starlink 5459
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 55669U 23021AT 26200.40274969 -.00002729 00000+0 -22096-3 0 9993
2 55669 69.9989 192.3675 0003926 272.5135 87.5575 14.98334747189006
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5459 satellite, also known as Starlink 5459, is a communication satellite under the Starlink constellation, manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). Launched on February 17, 2023, from AFWTR's SLC4E launch pad using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle, it has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. The satellite carries a Ku/Ka-band payload along with an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes and is powered by solar arrays and batteries. It uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor for maneuvering. At launch, the satellite had a mass of 305 kilograms and a dry mass of 290 kilograms.
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 2-5-42
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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