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STARLINK-5612 (55754)
COSPAR: 2023-028P | Alt Name: Starlink 5612
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55754
International Designator
2023-028P
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:11:34 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
271.90°
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Argument of Perigee
269.40°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5612
Alternative Name
Starlink 5612
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 55754U 23028P 26200.54970895 .00000455 00000+0 45910-4 0 9994
2 55754 69.9984 271.9024 0003502 269.4036 90.6722 14.98330255185794
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5612 is a Starlink satellite, designated 2023-028P, manufactured by SpaceX and owned by SpaceX as well. It was launched on March 3, 2023, from AFWTR (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station) using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle from SLC4E launch pad. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, 2.8 meters in diameter, and spans 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and a launch mass of 305 kilograms. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, STARLINK-5612 is designed for communication purposes and utilizes solar arrays and batteries for power generation. The satellite employs Krypton ion thrusters as its propulsion system and has a box-shaped design with a pan configuration. It was successfully stabilized on March 3, 2023, at 18:54 UTC+07:00.
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 2-7-14
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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