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STARLINK-5603 (55762)
COSPAR: 2023-028X | Alt Name: Starlink 5603
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NORAD ID
55762
International Designator
2023-028X
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 11:53:09 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
252.23°
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Argument of Perigee
269.07°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5603
Alternative Name
Starlink 5603
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 55762U 23028X 26200.49524789 .00000123 00000+0 18131-4 0 9991
2 55762 69.9983 252.2323 0003706 269.0724 91.0011 14.98330730186270
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The Starlink satellite, named STARLINK-5603 (OBJECT_ID: 2023-028X), is a communication spacecraft launched on March 3, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E 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's dry mass is 290 kg and it was launched with a total mass of 305 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link, the spacecraft also features Krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. Manufactured by SPXS (SpaceX), STARLINK-5603 is part of the Starlink Group 2-7-22 constellation and is owned by SpaceX.
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
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Visual Magnitude
Unknown
Color
Unknown
Material Composition
Unknown
Technical Details
Payload
Starlink Group 2-7-22
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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