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STARLINK-5595 (55765)
COSPAR: 2023-028AA | Alt Name: Starlink 5595
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55765
International Designator
2023-028AA
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:41:18 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
252.09°
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Argument of Perigee
267.47°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5595
Alternative Name
Starlink 5595
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 55765U 23028AA 26200.57035634 .00000100 00000+0 16170-4 0 9995
2 55765 69.9985 252.0945 0003612 267.4694 92.6052 14.98330440186288
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5595 satellite, also known as Starlink 5595, is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink constellation and was launched on March 3, 2023, from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. With dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter, it has a span of 9 meters and weighs 290 kilograms dry. It is equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor system and solar arrays along with batteries to generate power. Manufactured by SpaceX, it was designed primarily for communication missions 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.
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 2-7-25
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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