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STARLINK-5232 (55675)
COSPAR: 2023-021AZ | Alt Name: Starlink 5232
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55675
International Designator
2023-021AZ
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 16:52:34 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
191.41°
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Argument of Perigee
258.85°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5232
Alternative Name
Starlink 5232
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 55675U 23021AZ 26200.70318088 .00000851 00000+0 79125-4 0 9992
2 55675 69.9994 191.4081 0003862 258.8524 101.2201 14.98323009189063
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink-5232 satellite, also known as Starlink 5232, was launched on February 17, 2023, from AFWTR using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle at SLC4E. It has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and a diameter of 2.8 meters with a span of 9 meters. The satellite weighs 305 kg at launch and 290 kg dry mass. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload, an optical inter-satellite link, and Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion, it serves a communication mission. Power is provided by solar arrays and batteries. Manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS), the satellite is part of Starlink Group 2-5-48 constellation and has a box plus panel shape design.
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 2-5-48
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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