Space Brief 28 Jan 2025
Today's highlights include Space Force's budget shifts, China's new commercial lunar collaboration, and SpaceX's latest Starlink launch.
STARLINK-5573 (55750)
COSPAR: 2023-028K | Alt Name: Starlink 5573
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55750
International Designator
2023-028K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:11:45 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
271.79°
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Argument of Perigee
270.00°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5573
Alternative Name
Starlink 5573
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 55750U 23028K 26200.63317066 .00000398 00000+0 41171-4 0 9996
2 55750 69.9990 271.7942 0003923 269.9971 90.0739 14.98326280185801
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The satellite named STARLINK-5573 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-028K) is a Starlink communication satellite manufactured by SpaceX (SPXS). It was launched on March 3, 2023, from the AFWTR SLC4E launch pad using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of approximately 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. Its dry mass is 290 kilograms, and it was launched with a total mass of 305 kilograms. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload systems and optical inter-satellite links for communication purposes. The satellite's propulsion system includes Krypton ion thrusters, and its power supply comes from solar arrays complemented by batteries. The satellite operates as part of the Starlink Group 2-7-10 constellation for communication missions.
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 2-7-10
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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