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STARLINK-5849 (55924)
COSPAR: 2023-037L | Alt Name: Starlink 5849
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55924
International Designator
2023-037L
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 17:24:37 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
311.72°
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Argument of Perigee
268.02°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5849
Alternative Name
Starlink 5849
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 55924U 23037L 26200.72543644 -.00000024 00000+0 58211-5 0 9993
2 55924 70.0000 311.7178 0003430 268.0170 92.0596 14.98329309183759
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5849 is a communication satellite, part of the Starlink Group 2-8-11, launched by SpaceX on March 17, 2023, from Space Launch Complex 4E at Vandenberg Space Force Base using a Falcon 9 launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 0.2 meters in length, a diameter of 2.8 meters, and a span of 9 meters. It has a dry mass of 290 kg and launched with a total mass of 305 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and optical inter-satellite link for communication purposes, the satellite also features krypton ion thrusters for propulsion and solar arrays along with batteries for power generation. The design is characterized by a box shape augmented with panels.
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 2-8-11
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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