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STARLINK-5922 (55925)
COSPAR: 2023-037M | Alt Name: Starlink 5922
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Orbital Elements
NORAD ID
55925
International Designator
2023-037M
Epoch
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:31:01 GMT
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Inclination
70.00°
Right Ascension
331.36°
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Argument of Perigee
267.93°
Period
96.11 min
Mean Motion
14.98 rev/day
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Basic Satellite Info
Name
STARLINK-5922
Alternative Name
Starlink 5922
Type
Payload
Status
Operational
Owner
SPXS
Country
United States
Constellation
N/A
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Latest TLEs
1 55925U 23037M 26200.77154970 .00000218 00000+0 26043-4 0 9990
2 55925 70.0004 331.3571 0003376 267.9315 92.1458 14.98329693183278
Source: Celestrak
Summary
STARLINK-5922 is a communication satellite belonging to the Starlink group 2-8-12, launched by SpaceX (SPXS) on March 17, 2023, from AFWTR SLC4E using a 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 weighs 305 kg at launch and has a dry mass of 290 kg. Equipped with Ku/Ka-band payload and an optical inter-satellite link, STARLINK-5922 relies on solar arrays and batteries for power supply. The satellite uses krypton ion thrusters as its motor system and is shaped like a box with a pan configuration. It was launched from the United States to provide communication services.
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 2-8-12
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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