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STARLINK-5854 (55923)
COSPAR: 2023-037K | Alt Name: Starlink 5854
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NORAD ID
55923
International Designator
2023-037K
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:49:05 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
331.40°
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Argument of Perigee
271.59°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5854
Alternative Name
Starlink 5854
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 55923U 23037K 26200.78408749 .00000598 00000+0 57890-4 0 9990
2 55923 70.0008 331.3991 0003231 271.5928 88.4861 14.98334378183279
Source: Celestrak
Summary
The STARLINK-5854 satellite, also known as Starlink 5854, is a communication satellite operated by SPXS (SpaceX). It was launched on March 17, 2023, from AFWTR (Cape Canaveral Space Force Station) using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The satellite has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length and 2.8 meters in diameter with a span of 9 meters. It carries a Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, powered by solar arrays and batteries. STARLINK-5854 is equipped with krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and has a dry mass of 290 kilograms and launch mass of 305 kilograms. The satellite's shape is described as "Box + pan" and its mission is communication within the Starlink Group 2-8-10 constellation.
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 2-8-10
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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